To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise.The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is releasedtoo soon, it will spring back to the right.While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from thehook on the fuel door.{CAUTION:Fuel can spray out on you if you open thefuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full,and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuelcap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop.Then unscrew the cap all the way.Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfillthe tank and wait a few seconds after you have finishedpumping before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel frompainted surfaces as soon as possible. See WashingYour Vehicle on page 5-90.When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until itclicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnosticsystem can determine if the fuel cap has been left off orimproperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporateinto the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lampon page 3-63.The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message will be displayed onthe Driver Information Center (DIC) if the fuel cap is notproperly installed. See DIC Warnings and Messageson page 3-73 for more information.{CAUTION:If a fire starts while you are refueling, do notremove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel byshutting off the pump or by notifying thestation attendant. Leave the area immediately.Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to getthe right type. Your dealer/retailer can get onefor you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fitproperly. This may cause your malfunction indicatorlamp to light and may damage your fuel tank andemissions system. See Malfunction Indicator Lampon page 3-63.5-9
