fuel cap release KIA Sportage 2015 QL / 4.G Owner's Manual

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Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel filler lid must be opened
from inside the vehicle by pulling up
the fuel filler lid opener.
If the fuel filler lid does not open
because ice has formed around it,
tap lightly or push on the lid to break
the ice and release the lid. Do not pry
on the lid. If necessary, spray around
the lid with an approved de-icer fluid
(do not use radiator anti-freeze) or
move the vehicle to a warm place
and allow the ice to melt. 1.Stop the engine.
2.To open the fuel filler lid, pull up the
fuel filler lid opener.
3.Pull open the fuel filler lid (1).
4.To remove the cap, turn the fuel filler cap (2) counterclockwise.
5.Refuel as needed.
Closing the fuel filler lid
1.To install the cap turn it clockwise until it clicks once.
2.Close the fuel filler lid and push it in lightly making sure that it is secure-
ly closed.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
There may be an intermittent noise
near the refueling hole while the
engine is idling if the fuel cap is not
closed securely. This occurs normal-
ly with the OBD system.
FUEL FILLER LID
OSL040020OSL040021