Jeep CHEROKEE 2017 User Manual page 181

• Tighten the gas cap about one quarter turn
until you hear one click. This is an indica-
tion that the cap is properly tightened.
• If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) will
come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened
every time the vehicle is refueled.
CAUTION!
• Damage to the fuel system or emission
control system could result from using
an improper fuel filler cap. A poorly
fitting cap could let impurities into the
fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting after-
market cap can cause the "Malfunction
CAUTION!
Indicator Light (MIL)" to illuminate, due
to fuel vapors escaping from the system.
• A poorly fitting fuel filler cap may cause
the MIL to turn on.
• To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do
not "top off" the fuel tank after filling.
• If fuel is spilled on surface on the paint,
clear it immediately to avoid damage the
paint.
WARNING!
• Never have any smoking materials lit in
or near the vehicle when the gas cap is
removed or the tank is being filled.
WARNING!
• Never add fuel when the engine is run-
ning. This is in violation of most state
and federal fire regulations and may
cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped
into a portable container that is inside of
a vehicle. You could be burned. Always
place gas containers on the ground while
filling.
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