Black plate (47,1)Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-Europe-7132796) -2014 - CRC - 7/12/13Driving and Operating 9-47When replacing the fuel cap, insertthe tether in its hole beforetightening the cap. Turn the fuel capclockwise until it clicks. It will requiremore effort to turn the fuel cap onthe last turn as you tighten it. Makesure the cap is fully installed. Thediagnostic system can determine ifthe fuel cap has been left off orimproperly installed. This wouldallow fuel to evaporate into theatmosphere. See MalfunctionIndicator Lamp on page 5-15.If the vehicle has a DriverInformation Centre (DIC), theTIGHTEN GAS CAP messagedisplays if the fuel cap is notproperly installed.{ WarningIf a fire starts while you arerefuelling, do not remove thenozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel byshutting off the pump or bynotifying the station attendant.Leave the area immediately.Notice: If you need a new fuelcap, be sure to get the right type.Your dealer can get one for you.If you get the wrong type, it maynot fit properly. This may causethe malfunction indicator lamp tolight and may damage the fueltank and emissions system. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp onpage 5-15.Filling a Portable FuelContainer{ WarningFilling a portable fuel containerwhile it is in the vehicle can causefuel vapours that can ignite eitherby static electricity or othermeans. You or others could bebadly burned and the vehiclecould be damaged. Always:. Use approved fuelcontainers.(Continued)Warning (Continued). Remove the container fromthe vehicle, boot, or pickupbed before filling.. Place the container on theground.. Place the nozzle inside the fillopening of the containerbefore dispensing fuel, andkeep it in contact with the fillopening until filling iscomplete.. Fill the container no morethan 95% full to allow forexpansion.. Do not smoke, light matches,or use lighters whilepumping fuel.. Avoid using mobile phones orother electronic devices.
