Kia Carens: Fuel filler lid / Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel-filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up on the
fuel-filler lid opener located on the front floor area on the driver’s seat.
✽ NOTICE
If the fuel filler lid will not open because ice has formed around it, tap
lightly or push on the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do not pry on the
lid. If necessary, spray around the lid with an approved de-icer fluid (do not use
radiator anti-freeze) or move the vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to melt.
1. Stop the engine.
2. To open the fuel filler lid, pull up the fuel filler lid opener.
3. Pull the fuel filler lid (1) out to fully open.
4. To remove the cap, turn the fuel tank cap (2) counterclockwise.
5. Refuel as needed.
1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it “clicks”. This indicates that
the cap is securely tightened.
2. To close the lid, press the edge of the lid. Make sure it is securely closed.
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Other information:
Removal
1.
Remove the transaxle assembly.
(Refer to Manual Transaxle System - " Manual Transaxle")
2.
Remove the concentric slave cylinder assembly (B) from the manual transaxle
after removing bolts (A).
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Lower and push down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that the tailgate is securely
latched.
WARNING
Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of
the way before closing the tailgate.
CAUTION
Make sure nothing is near the tailgate latch and striker while closing the
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