Container - GMC duramax diesel 2016 Supplement Manual

surfaces as soon as possible. See
Exterior Care in the Owner
Manual.
When replacing the fuel cap, turn it
clockwise until it clicks. Make sure
the cap is fully installed.
Warning
If a fire starts while you are
refueling, do not remove the
nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
shutting off the pump or by
notifying the station attendant.
Leave the area immediately.
Caution
If a new fuel cap is needed, be
sure to get the right type of cap
from your dealer. The wrong type
of fuel cap might not fit properly
and could damage the fuel tank
and emissions system.
Caution
If your vehicle has been
accidentally filled with gasoline,
do not run the engine or severe
engine damage can occur.
Contact your dealer to have the
fuel system flushed.
Filling a Portable Fuel

Container

Warning
Filling a portable fuel container
while it is in the vehicle can cause
fuel vapors that can ignite either
by static electricity or other
means. You or others could be
badly burned and the vehicle
could be damaged. Always:
Use approved fuel
containers.
Remove the container from
the vehicle, trunk, or pickup
bed before filling.
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Driving and Operating
Warning (Continued)
Place the container on the
ground.
Place the nozzle inside the
fill opening of the container
before dispensing fuel, and
keep it in contact with the fill
opening until filling is
complete.
Fill the container no more
than 95% full to allow for
expansion.
Do not smoke, light
matches, or use lighters
while pumping fuel.
Avoid using cell phones or
other electronic devices.
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