fuel type VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 2012 Owners Manual

x The fuel filler flap is located at the right rear of the vehicle.
x Press on the back part of the fuel filler flap ⇒ fig. 134 (arrow) and fold open.
x Unscrew the fuel cap counterclockwise and remove. Depending on the type of fuel cap, use either
the edge of the fuel filler flap ⇒ fig. 135 A or the slot on the fuel filler flap hinge B to hold the cap while refueling.
Refueling
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle, Fuel is listed on a sticker on the inside of the fuel filler flap (arrow).
x The fuel tank is full when the automatic filler nozzle pump switches off the first time ⇒ .
x Do not try to add fuel after the pump stops! Topping off the tank in this way may fill the expansion space that the tank needs and cause fuel to overflow, for example, if it gets warmer outside.
Closing the fuel filler cap
x Screw the fuel cap clockwise onto the fuel filler neck until you hear it click into place.
x Close the fuel filler flap until you hear it latch shut. The fuel filler flap must be flush with the vehicle body.
WARNING
Spilled fuel can cause fires, explosions, burns, and other severe injuries.
x Always stop refueling once the pump nozzle switches off so that the tank does not overflow.
NOTICE
Remove fuel spills from all vehicle surfaces immediately to help prevent damage to the paint, tires, and wheel housings.
Fuel spills may pollute the environment.
Misfueling guard for diesel vehicles

Fig. 136 With open fuel cap: Misfueling guard in the fuel filler neck.