2006 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 201

7-4 Starting and operating Refueling Fuel filler lid and cap 0 1 200209 2. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise. Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adjacent area. 1) Open 2) Close 700330 3. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler pump automatically stops. Do not add any more fuel. 4. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain not to catch the tether under the cap while tightening. 5. Close the fuel filler lid completely. If you spill any fuel on the painted surface, rinse it off immediately. Otherwise, the painted surface could be damaged. When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel may be under pressure and spray out of the fuel filler neck especially in hot weather, which may cause injury. NOTE 1. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. The lever is on the floor at the left of the driver’s seat. 700122 You will see the “ ” or “FUEL DOOR ” sign in the fuel gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle. If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light may come on. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section located in chapter 3. (Turbo model only) Promptly put fuel in the tank whenever the low fuel warning