Fuel; Safety Instructions For Handling Fuel; Filling The Tank - Volkswagen Tiguan Owner's Manual

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Fuel

Safety instructions for handling fuel

WARNING
Filling the tank incorrectly and incorrect handling of fuel can cause explosions, fire, serious burns and other injuries.
The engine and ignition must be switched off when filling the tank in order to avoid fires, explosions, serious burns and other injuries.
When filling the tank, always switch off your mobile telephone and two-way radio or any other radio equipment. Electromagnetic radiation
can generate sparks which can in turn start a fire.
Never get back into the vehicle while filling the tank. If in exceptional cases you have to enter the vehicle, close the door and touch a metal
object before touching the filler nozzle again. This will remove any electrostatic charge from you. Failure to do so could generate a spark.
Sparks can cause a fire when filling the tank.
Always ensure that the tank cap is properly closed, to prevent the evaporation and spillage of fuel.
Comply with any relevant safety information and legislation concerning the handling of fuels.
WARNING
For safety reasons, Volkswagen does not recommend carrying a spare fuel canister in the vehicle. Fuel could spill out of the canister and set
alight. This is especially relevant in the event of an accident. This could cause explosions, fire and injuries.
If, in exceptional circumstances, you have to transport a spare fuel canister, please note the following:
- When refilling, never place the spare fuel canister in or on top of the vehicle, for example in the luggage compartment. There may be
an electrostatic charge during refilling causing the fuel fumes to ignite.
- Always place the spare fuel canister on the ground.
- When filling a spare fuel canister, place the filler nozzle as far as possible into the filler opening.
- If the spare fuel canister is made of metal, the filler nozzle must have constant contact with the canister in order to avoid static
charging.
- Please follow all legislation concerning the use, stowage and transport of a spare fuel canister.
- Ensure that the spare fuel canister complies with the industry standard, for example ANSI or ASTM F852-86.
NOTICE
Fill the tank only with the fuels listed on the sticker inside the tank flap.
Do not start the engine under any circumstances if you have refilled using the incorrect fuel. Seek expert assistance. Unapproved fuels can
cause serious damage to the engine and fuel system.
Remove spilt fuel from all vehicle components as quickly as possible in order to avoid damage to the vehicle.
Fuels can pollute the environment. Any spilt service fluids must be cleaned up and disposed of properly.

Filling the tank