Subaru 2003 Baja - Manual (Page 210)

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taining methanol EXCEPT under these conditions.
D If undesirable drivability problems are experienced and you sus-
pect they may be fuel related, try a different brand of gasoline before
seeking service at your SUBARU dealer.
D Fuel system damage or drivability problems which result from the
use of improper fuel are not covered under the SUBARU Limited War-
ranty.
J Fuel filler door and cap
B Refueling
WARNING
D Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Before refueling, always
first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted ciga-
rettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adjacent area.
D When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel
may be under pressure and spray out of the fuel filler neck espe-
cially in hot weather, which may cause injury.
D Never fill gasoline containers on the cargo bed. Static electric-
ity may ignite gasoline vapor when filling portable containers.
Approved containers must be removed from the vehicle and
placed on the ground when filling.
Do not fill any portable container on a vehicle.
CAUTION
D Never add any cleaning agents to the fuel tank. The addition of
a cleaning agent may cause damage to the fuel system.
D Make sure that the cap is tightened until it clicks to prevent
fuel spillage in the event of an accident.
D Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle.
Fuels may cause paint damage, which is not covered under the
SUBARU Limited Warranty.
D Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the
wrong cap, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel