When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make
sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can
determine
if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly
installed. this would allow fuel
to evaporate into the
atmosphere. See Malfunction
indicator Lamp on
page 3-38.
Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get
the right type. Your dealer can get one for you.
If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly.
This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to
light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions
system. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp”
in the
Index.
Cillinc a Dortable Fun’ Container
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Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in
your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from
the container can ignite
the gasoline vapor.
You can
be badly burned and your vehicle
damaged
if this occurs. To help avoid injury to
you and others:
Dispense gasoline only into approved
containers.
@ Do not fill a container while it is inside a
vehicle, in a vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground.
@ Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the
inside of the fill opening before operating
the nozzle. Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete.
Don’t smoke while pumping gasoline.
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