Opening the fuel filler door

  1. Stop the engine. To open the fuel filler door, push the fuel filler door opener button.
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  2. Wait until the fuel tank is depressurized. The message is displayed when the fuel filler door unlocks after the fuel tank is depressurized.
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    1. Wait untill fuel door opens
  3. The fuel door is unlocked when the message is displayed.
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    1. Fuel door unlocked
  4. The fuel door is opened when the message is displayed.
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    1. Fuel door open
  5. Pull the fuel filler door out to fully open it.
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  6. To remove the fuel tank cap (1), turn it counterclockwise. You may hear a hissing noise as the pressure inside the tank equalizes.
  7. Place the cap on the fuel filler door.
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    The fuel filler door will unlock when the driver’s door is unlocked.

    To unlock the fuel filler door, take one of the following actions:

    • Press the unlock button on your smart key.

    • Press the central door unlock button on the armrest trim of the driver’s door.

    • Pull the driver’s inside door handle outward.

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

    To lock the fuel filler door:

    • Press the lock button on your smart key.

    • Press the central door lock button on the armrest trim of the driver’s door.

    All doors and the fuel filler door will automatically lock when vehicle speed exceeds 9.3 mph (15 km/h).

    NOTE

    Before refueling, be sure to check what type of fuel your vehicle uses.

    If you put diesel or ethanol fuel into a gasoline-powered vehicle, it will affect the fuel system and cause serious damage to the vehicle.

    If the fuel filler door does not open under certain conditions, such as an electrical malfunction, contact an authorized Kia dealer.

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    If the fuel filler door does 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 deicer fluid (do not use radiator anti-freeze) or move the vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to melt.