2000 Nissan Xterra Owner's Manual - Page 85

FUEL FILLER CAP Fuel may be under pressure. Turn the cap one-half turn and wait for any ''hissing'' sound to stop to prevent fuel from spraying out and causing possible personal injury. Then remove the cap. Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically. Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel spray and possibly fire. APD1082 CAUTION If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away with water to avoid paint damage. Tighten until the fuel filler cap clicks. Failure to tighten the fuel filler cap properly may cause the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to illuminate. If the lamp illuminates because the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The lamp should turn off after a few driving trips. If the lamp does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. For additional information, see the Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) in the Instruments and Controls section earlier in this manual. The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratcheting type. Turn the cap counter clockwise to remove. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are heard. WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. You could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling. Use only an original equipment type fuel filler cap as a replacement. It has a built-in safety valve needed for proper operation of the fuel system and emission control system. An incorrect cap can result in a serious malfunction and possible injury. Never pour fuel into the throttle body to attempt to start your vehicle. 3-14 Pre-driving checks and adjustments