fuel cap release KIA RIO HATCHBACK 2007 Owners Manual

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Knowing your vehicle
Closing the hood1. Before closing the hood, check the fol-lowing:
 All filler caps in engine compartment must be correctly installed.
 Gloves, rags or any other com- bustible material must be removed
from the engine compartment.
2. Secure the support rod in its clip.
3. Lower the hood to about 30 cm (12 inches) height and then let it drop to
properly lock in place.
Make sure the hood is properly locked
before driving.
FUEL FILLER LID 1. Stop the engine.
2. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the release lever.
CAUTION
- Hood
 Before closing the hood, make sure that all engine parts andtools have been removed fromthe engine area and that no one’s hands are near the hood opening.
 Do not leave gloves, rags or any other combustible material in theengine compartment. Doing somay cause a heat-induced fire.
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CAUTION
To avoid injury from sharp edges, it is recommended that protectivegloves be worn if there is a need toopen the fuel filler door manually.