fuel cap release JAGUAR XF 2009 1.G Owners Manual

Fuel and refuelling
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Resetting the fuel cut-off
1.Switch the ignition off and wait for one
minute.
2. Turn the ignition on for 30 seconds.
3. Check the vehicle thor oughly for fuel leaks.
If a leak is detected switch the ignition off
immediately.
• Do not start the vehicle if a leak is
present. Seek qualified advice and have
the vehicle recovered.
4. If no leaks are detected, start the vehicle.
FUEL FILLER FLAP
Note: The fuel filler flap cannot be opened
when the alarm system is armed.
The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand
side of the vehicle, at the rear.
1. Ensure that the vehicle is fully unlocked.
Push and release the rear of the flap (in the
area indicated in the illustration) to
unlatch.
2. Pull the fuel filler flap open. The label on
the inside of the flap indicates the correct
fuel for the vehicle. 3.
Twist the cap counte r-clockwise to undo.
4. Stow the cap on the lip provided on the top
of the hinge arm, as shown.
When replacing the cap, turn it clockwise until
the ratchet clicks. Failur e to do so could cause
the Engine malfunction warning indicator to
illuminate.
To close the filler flap, pus h the flap closed until
it latches.
WARNING
The fuel cut-off should never be reset
if you can smell fuel, or a leak can be
seen. Doing so can lead to a fire
which may cause persona l injury or death.
WARNINGS
Open the fuel filler cap slowly and
allow the pressure to release before
fully removing the cap to avoid fuel
spillage due to rapid expansion.
Take note of all warnings and
instructions given on the label affixed
to the inside of the fi ller flap. Failure to
do so may result in injury or death.
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