Refueling, Fuel filler cap, Maintenance and specifications – Mazda 2008 Tribute HEV User Manual

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WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can
produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is
pumped into an ungrounded fuel container.

Refueling

WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause
severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:

Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island;
Turn off your engine when you are refueling;
Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle;
Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel;
Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump

unattended when refueling your vehicle — this is against the
law in some places;

Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children

pump fuel.

Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up when
filling an ungrounded fuel container:
• Place approved fuel container on the ground.

• DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the

cargo area).

• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while

filling.

• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill

position.

Fuel Filler Cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/off
feature.

When fueling your vehicle:

1. Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position.

2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off.

3. To install the cap, align the lugs on the cap with the threads on the

filler pipe.

4. Turn the filler cap clockwise until it clicks at least once.

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