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Opening the fuel filler door

1
To open the fuel filler door, press the 3 o’clock position edge of the fuel filler door.
NOTICE

  • The fuel filler door will unlock when driver's door is unlocked.

    To unlock fuel filler door:

    • Press the unlock button on your folding key (or smart key).

    • Press the central door unlock button.

    • Pull the driver’s inside door handle outward.

  • The fuel filler door will lock when all doors are locked.

    To lock fuel filler door:

    • Press the lock button on your folding key (or smart key).

    • Press the central door lock button.

  • All doors will automatically lock after the vehicle speed exceeds 15km/h (9.3 mph).

    Fuel filler door is also locked when vehicle speed exceeds 15km/h (9.3 mph).

NOTICE

If the fuel filler door will not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly or push on the door to break the ice and release the door. Do not pry on the door. If necessary, spray around the door with an approved de-icer fluid (do not use radiator anti-freeze) or move the vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to melt.

2
Pull the fuel filler door (1) out to fully open.
3
To remove the fuel tank cap (2), turn it counterclockwise. You may hear a hissing noise as the pressure inside the tank equalizes.
4
Place the cap on the fuel filler door.
WARNING

Before refuelling, be sure to check what type of fuel is used for your vehicle. If you put diesel fuel into a petrol-powered vehicle or petrol into a diesel-powered vehicle, it may affect the fuel system and cause serious damage to the vehicle.