Starting and operating / Fuel 7-5
Fuel filler lid release lever |
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Sedan |
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5-door models |
! Refueling
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Only one person should be involved in refueling . Do not allow others to approach the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler pipe while refueling is in progress .
Be sure to observe any other precautions that are posted at the service station .
1 . Stop the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the “ LOCK ”/“ OFF ” position and turn off all the other electrical components .
2 . To open the fuel filler lid , pull the fuel filler lid release lever up . The lever is on the floor at the left of the driver ’ s seat .
WARNING
Before opening the fuel filler cap , first touch the vehicle body or a metal portion of the fuel pump or similar object to discharge any static electricity that may be present on your body . If your body is carrying an electrostatic charge , there is a possibility that an electric spark could ignite the fuel , which could burn you . To avoid acquiring a new static electric charge , do not get back into the vehicle while refueling is in progress .
3 . Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise .
WARNING
. Gasoline vapor is highly flammable . Before refueling , always turn the ignition switch to the “ LOCK ”/“ OFF ” position first and then close all vehicle doors and windows . Make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes , open flames or electrical sparks in the adjacent area . Only handle fuel outdoors . Quickly wipe up any spilled fuel .
. When opening the cap , grasp it firmly and turn it slowly to the left . Do not remove the cap quickly . Fuel may be under pressure and spray out of the fuel filler neck , especially in hot weather . If you hear a hissing sound while you are removing the cap , wait for the sound to stop and then slowly open the cap to prevent fuel from spraying out and creating a fire hazard .
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