∙ Do not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable
fuel containers:
∙ Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap
properly may cause the Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL) to illumi-
∙ If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage.
nate. If the
light illuminates be-
For additional information, refer to “Fuel
recommendation” in the “Technical and
consumer information” section of this
manual.
cause the fuel-filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle.
– Always place the container on the
ground when filling.
The
light should turn off after a
light does
few driving trips. If the
not turn off after a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
– Do not use electronic devices when
filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact
with the container while you are
filling it.
∙ The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning mes-
sage will be displayed if the fuel-filler
cap is not properly tightened. It may
take a few driving trips for the mes-
sage to be displayed. Failure to
tighten the fuel-filler cap properly af-
ter the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning mes-
sage is displayed/warning appears
– Use only approved portable fuel
containers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
∙ Do not use a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol in your vehicle. For
additional information, refer to “Fuel
recommendation” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section of
this manual.
may cause the
Malfunction Indi-
cator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
∙ For additional information, refer to
the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)”
in the “Instruments and controls” sec-
tion of this manual.
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