Lexus RX300 Manual page 82

FUEL TANK CAP
15R006a
1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up.
When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION
D Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames when
refuelling. The fumes are flammable.
D When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. In
hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause injury by
spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly
removed.
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
15R007a
2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly
counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it. The
removed cap can be stored on the back side of the fuel filler door.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened.
When installing the cap, turn the cap clockwise until you hear a click.
If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp
comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the
indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.
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