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CAUTION! (Continued)
impurities into the fuel system and may cause the
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on, due
to fuel vapors escaping from the system.
• To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling.
WARNING!
• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is
being filled.
• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is
in violation of most state and federal fire regulations
and may cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on the
ground while filling.
NOTE:
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
• Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking”
sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is
properly tightened.
• If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL may
come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the
vehicle is refueled.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler
cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “gASCAP”
message will display in the odometer or a “CHECK GAS-
CAP” message will be displayed in the instrument cluster.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Tighten the
fuel filler cap until a “clicking” sound is heard. This is an
indication that the fuel filler cap is properly tightened. Refer
to “Onboard Diagnostic System” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
If the problem continues, the message will appear the next
time the vehicle is started. See your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
406 STARTING AND OPERATING
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