Loose fuel filler cap (gas cap) message – Chrysler 2009 Aspen - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING!

Never have any smoking materials lit in or near

the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the
tank filled.

Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is

in violation of most state and federal fire regula-
tions and may cause the Malfunction Indicator
Light to turn on.

NOTE:

Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you

hear one click. This is an indication that cap is properly
tightened.

If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the Malfunction
Indicator Light will come on. Be sure the gas cap is
tightened every time the vehicle is refueled.

WARNING!

A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on the
ground while filling.

Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message

After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly
installed, or damaged. A loose fuel filler cap message will
be displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas
cap until a

ЉclickingЉ sound is heard. This is an indication

that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer
RESET button to turn the message off. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If

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