1999 Nissan Maxima Owner's Manual - Page 88

overflow, resulting in fuel spray and possibly a fire. ¼ Use only a genuine NISSAN 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. ¼ Never pour fuel into the throttle body to attempt to start your vehicle. SPA0653 FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratcheting type. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are heard. Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder while refueling. handled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling. ¼ 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 possible personal injury. Then remove the cap. ¼ Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically. Continued refueling may cause fuel ¼ If fuel is spilled on the car body, flush it away with water to avoid paint damage. ¼ Tighten until the cap clicks. Failure to tighten the fuel cap properly may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate. If this occurs, securely close the fuel filler cap. After driven for a while, the light should remain off. If the light remains on, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. For addiPre-driving checks and adjustments ¼ Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. You could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mis- 3-11