Mini COUNTRYMAN PLUG-IN HYBRID Owner's Manual page 265

The release is located in the cargo area.
1. Remove the cover.
2. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump
symbol. This releases the fuel filler flap.
3. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the
rear edge. The fuel filler flap opens.
Have the vehicle checked immediately by a
dealer's service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Follow the following when re-
fueling
General information
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Lifting up the
fuel pump nozzle during refueling causes:
– Premature switching off.
– Reduced return of the fuel vapors.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle
clicks off the first time.
Make sure that the fuel cap is closed prop-
erly after refueling, otherwise the emissions
warning light may light up.
Follow safety regulations posted at the gas
station.
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Refueling
Safety informationSafety
information
Warning
Simultaneous charging and refueling poses
a risk of fire if a sufficient safety distance
from easily flammable materials is not
maintained. There is a risk of injury or risk
of damage to property. Do not fill the vehi-
cle with fuel and charge it simultaneously.
NOTICE
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling
of the fuel tank can damage the fuel sys-
tem. Painted surfaces may be damaged by
contact with fuel. Escaping fuel can harm
the environment. There is a risk of damage
to property. Avoid overfilling.
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