standing upwind away from the filler nozzle while refueling
refueling only at gas stations with vapor recovery systems that fully seal the mouth of the filler
neck during refueling
wear neoprene gloves while handling a fuel filler nozzle.
Use of Additives
With the exception of gas line antifreeze during winter months, do not add solvents, thickeners, or
other store-bought additives to your car's fuel, cooling, or lubricating systems. Overuse may damage
your engine, and some of these additives contain organically volatile chemicals. Do not needlessly
expose yourself to these chemicals.
Refueling
The fuel tank is designed to hold approximately 21.1 US gal. (80 liters) with sufficient volume left
over to accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather. Be aware that the "usable" tank
capacity will be somewhat less than the specified maximum. When the fuel level is low, such factors
as ambient temperature, the fuel's "Reid vapor pressure" characteristics, and terrain can affect the
fuel pumps' ability to supply the engine with an adequate supply of fuel. Therefore, it is advisable to
refuel as soon as possible when the needle nears the red zone, or when the fuel warning light comes
on.
Fuel filler door
Press the button on the light switch panel (see illustration on
page 32
) when the car is at a standstill
to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the car
begins to move forward. An audible click ill be heard when the fuel filler door relocks.
If you intend to leave your car while it is being refueled, this feature enables you to lock the
doors/trunk while leaving the fuel filler door unlocked.
You can also keep the car locked if you remain inside it during refueling. The central locking button
does not lock the fuel filler door. Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and is completely
closed after refueling.
Open the fuel filler cap slowly during hot weather conditions.
NOTE:
During a transitional period, a small number of service stations may still have fuel nozzles
that are not compatible with the fuel filler neck on cars equipped with the evaporative control
system. Please refer to
page 115
for additional information.
CAUTION:
Do not refuel with the engine running *. Turn the ignition off or to position I. If the ignition is on,
pg. 72 Refueling
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