Subaru WRX & WRX STI Manuals 2016 WRX & WRX STI Owner’s Manual | Page 395

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Starting and operating/Fuel

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.

ping mechanism may not function, causing fuel to overflow the
tank and creating a fire hazard.
. Stop refueling when the automatic stop mechanism on the
fuel nozzle activates. If you continue to add fuel, temperature
changes or other conditions
may cause fuel to overflow from
the tank and create a fire hazard.
4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler
pump automatically stops. Do not add any
more fuel.
5. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise
until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain
not to catch the tether under the cap while
tightening.

CAUTION
Make sure that the cap is tightened
until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage
in the event of an accident.
3. 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
pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not
fully inserted, its automatic stop-

6. Close the fuel filler lid completely.

CAUTION
If you spill any fuel on the painted
surface, rinse it off immediately.
Otherwise, the painted surface

could be damaged.

NOTE
. You will see the “
” sign in the fuel
gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler
door (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” F3-16.

CAUTION
. Never add any cleaning agents to
the fuel tank. The addition of a
cleaning agent may cause damage to the fuel system.
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