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surfaces of the vehicle . Because fuel may damage the paint , be sure to wipe off any spilled fuel quickly . Paint damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty .
NOTE
. You will see the “ ” sign in the fuel gauge . This indicates that the fuel filler lid is located on the right side of the vehicle . . If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap , the CHECK ENGINE warning light / malfunction indicator light may illuminate . Refer to “ CHECK ENGINE Warning Light / Malfunction Indicator Light ” FP184 . . To lock the fuel filler lid , perform one of the operations below . However if these operations are performed when the fuel filler lid is open , the fuel filler lid will not lock when it is subsequently closed . – Press the “ ” button on the key fob . – Press the lock side of the power door locking switch . . When the doors are locked or unlocked using the automatic door lock
system , the fuel filler lid will be locked or unlocked at the same time .
CAUTION
. Never add any cleaning agents to the fuel tank . The addition of a cleaning agent may cause damage to the fuel system .
. After refueling , turn the cap to the right until it clicks to ensure that it is fully tightened . If the cap is not securely tightened , fuel may leak out while the vehicle is being driven or fuel spillage could occur in the event of an accident , creating a fire hazard .
. Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle . Because fuel may damage the paint , be sure to wipe off any spilled fuel quickly . Paint damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty .
. Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap . If you use the wrong cap , it may not fit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emission control system may be damaged . It could also lead to fuel spillage and a fire .
. Immediately put fuel in the tank whenever the low fuel warning light illuminates . Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine . Continuing to operate your vehicle at an extremely low fuel level may result in a reduction of engine performance .
! If the fuel filler lid cannot be opened ( Legacy ) s07aa0204
If the fuel filler lid cannot be opened due to a malfunction or a dead battery , it can be opened from the trunk .
1 . Remove the access cover at the rightside of the trunk trim .