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298 DRIVING AND OPERATING

1. Locate the capless funnel

adapter from within the vehicle.

2. Insert and latch the funnel into the capless fuel system.

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{ Warning

Attempting to refuel without using the funnel adapter may cause fuel spillage and damage the capless

fuel system. This could cause a fire and you or others could be badly

burned and the vehicle could be damaged.


3. Remove and clean the funnel adapter and return it to the

storage location.

Filling a Portable Fuel Container

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{ Warning

Filling a portable fuel container

while it is in the vehicle can cause

fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means.

You or others could be badly

burned and the vehicle could be damaged. Always:

. Use approved fuel containers.

. Remove the container from the vehicle, trunk, or pickup bed before filling.

. Place the container on the ground.

. Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container

before dispensing fuel, and

keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is

complete.


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Warning (Continued)

. Fill the container no more than 95% full to allow for expansion.

. Do not smoke, light matches, or use lighters while

pumping fuel.

. Avoid using cell phones or other electronic devices.

(Continued)

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