Owner`s manual

vent fuel from spraying out and
possible personal injury. Then re-
move cap.
O Do not attempt to top off the fuel
tank often the fuel pump nozzle
shutsoffautomatically. Continued
refueling may cause fuel over-
flow, resulting in fuel spray and
possibly a fire.
O Only use an original equipment
type fuel filler cap as a replace-
ment. Ithas a built-in safety valve
needed for proper operation of
the fuel system and emission
control system. An incorrect cap
can result in a serious malfunc-
tion and possible injury or it may
cause the MIL to illuminate.
O Do not fill a portable fuel con-
tainer in the vehicle or trailer.
Static electricity can cause an
explosion of flammable liquid va-
por or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of seri-
ous injury or death when filling
portable fuel containers:
– Always place the container on
the ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices
while filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in con-
tact with the container while
you are filling it.
–
Use only approved portable fuel
containers for flammable liquid.
O Never pour fuel into the throttle
body to attempt to start your
vehicle.
CAUTION
O If fuel is spilled on the car body,
flush it away with water to avoid
paint damage.
O Tighten until the fuel filler cap
clicks. Failure to tighten the fuel
filler cap properly may cause the
malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL) to illuminate. If the
lamp illuminates because
the fuel filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap
and continue to drive the vehicle.
The
lamp should turn off
after a few driving trips. If the
lamp does not turn off after
a few driving trips, have the ve-
hicle inspected by an authorized
INFINITI retailer.
PRE-DRIVING CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
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