Fuel filler lid
1. Stop the engine.
2. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the release lever.
CAUTION
To avoid injury from sharp
edges, it is recommended that
protective gloves be worn if
there is a need to open the fuel
filler door manually.
3. Pull the fuel filler lid out to open.
4. To remove the cap, turn the fuel tank cap counter-clockwise.
5. Refuel as needed.
6. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it “clicks”. This indicates that the cap is securely tightened.
7. Close the fuel filler lid and push it lightly and make sure that it is securely closed.
WARNING - Refueling
If pressurized fuel sprays out, it
can cover your clothes or skin
and thus subject you to the risk
of fire and burns. Always
remove the fuel cap carefully
and slowly. If the cap is venting
fuel or if you hear a hissing
sound, wait until the condition
stops before completely removing
the cap.
WARNING - Refueling
dangers
Automotive fuels are flammable
materials. When refueling,
please note the following guidelines
carefully. Failure to follow
these guidelines may result in
severe personal injury, severe
burns or death by fire or explosion.
• Before refueling note the location
of the Emergency
Gasoline Shut-Off, if available,
at the gas station facility.
• Before touching the fuel nozzle,
you should eliminate
potentially dangerous static
electricity discharge by touching
another metal part of the
vehicle, a safe distance away
from the fuel filler neck, nozzle,
or other gas source.
• Do not get back into a vehicle
once you have begun refueling
since you can generate
static electricity by touching,
rubbing or sliding against any
item or fabric (polyester, satin,
nylon, etc.) capable of producing
static electricity. Static
electricity discharge can
ignite fuel vapors resulting in
rapid burning. If you must reenter
the vehicle, you should
once again eliminate potentially
dangerous static electricity
discharge by touching a
metal part of the vehicle, away
from the fuel filler neck, nozzle
or other gasoline source.
• When using a portable fuel container be sure to place the container on the ground prior to refueling. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire. Once refueling has begun, contact with the vehicle should be maintained until the filling is complete.
Use only portable plastic fuel containers designed to carry and store gasoline.
• Do not use cellular phones while refueling. Electric current and/or electronic interference from cellular phones can potentially ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
• When refueling, always shut
the engine off. Sparks produced
by electrical components
related to the engine
can ignite fuel vapors causing
a fire. Once refueling is complete,
check to make sure the
filler cap and filler door are
securely closed, before starting
the engine.
• DO NOT use matches or a lighter and DO NOT SMOKE or leave a lit cigarette in your vehicle while at a gas station especially during refueling.
Automotive fuel is highly flammable
and can, when ignited,
result in fire.
• If a fire breaks out during refueling,
leave the vicinity of the
vehicle, and immediately contact
the manager of the gas
station and then contact the
local fire department.
NOTICE
• Make sure to refuel with unleaded
fuel only.
• Check to make sure the fuel filler cap is securely closed after refueling.
A loose fuel filler cap may cause the "Check Engine" (Malfunction Indicator) light in the instrument panel to illuminate unnecessarily.
• If the fuel filler cap requires replacement, use only a genuine Kia cap or the equivalent specified for your vehicle. An incorrect fuel filler cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel system or emission control system.
• Do not spill fuel on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Any type of fuel spilled on painted surfaces may damage the paint.
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