Jeep Compass, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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REFUELING PROCEDURE
Opening the flap
To refuel proceed as follows:
Open the flap fig. 110, from the point
shown by the arrow
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Insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel
inlet (2) fig. 111 and refuel the vehicle
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Once refueling is complete, before
removing the fuel nozzle, wait at least 10
seconds to allow the fuel to flow into the
tank
Then remove the nozzle from the filler
and close the flap.
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The refueling procedure described
previously is illustrated on the label
fig. 112 applied inside the fuel filler
door.
Emergency refueling with a fuel can
On most fuel tanks it is not possible
to open the flapper door. A funnel is
provided (where provided) fig. 113 to
open the flapper door to allow emergency
refueling with a fuel can.
1. Retrieve funnel from the spare tire
storage area.
2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe
opening as the fuel nozzle.
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3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold
flapper door open.
4. Pour fuel into funnel opening.
5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean
off prior to putting back in the spare tire
storage area.
NOTE:
In certain cold conditions, ice may
prevent the fuel door from opening. If
this occurs, lightly push on the fuel door
to break the ice buildup and re-release
the fuel door using the inside release
button. Do not pry on the door.
When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts
off, the fuel tank is full.
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Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release
If you are unable to open the fuel filler
door, use the fuel filler door emergency
release.
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove package tray if equipped.