Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release - Jeep 2016 Cherokee Owner's Manual

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• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the

vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is

being filled.

• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is

in violation of most state and federal fire regula-

tions 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.

Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release

If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel

filler door emergency release.

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Remove access door located on right interior trim

panel for release cable with the tip of your key.

Fuel Door Release Location

3. Grab the release cable tether and pull up to release the

fuel filler door.

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