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NOTE
When you lock the door , the fuel filler lid also locks . To unlock the fuel filler lid , perform one of the operations below .
– Press the “ ” button on the key fob .
– Press the unlock side of the power door locking switch .
2 . Push the rear side of the fuel filler lid .
3 . The fuel filler lid opens automatically . Open it further by hand .
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WARNING |
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. 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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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 . |
4 . 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 .
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5 . Set the fuel filler cap on the cap holder inside the fuel filler lid .
WARNING
. When refueling , insert the fuel nozzle securely into the fuel filler
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Starting and Operating
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