2001 Toyota MR2 Spyder Owners Manual - Page 26

01MY MR2(U) L/O 0008 CAUTION D Make sure the cap is tightened securely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident. SC12051 D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure. SB12087 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it. After removing the cap, hang the tether as shown in the illustration. It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened. When installing, turn the cap clockwise till you hear a click. If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2001 MR2 (OM17482U) LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH FUEL TANK CAP To lock: Turn the key clockwise. The fuel filler door opener lever can be locked by the key. When leaving the vehicle with the soft top lowered, make sure to lock the fuel filler door opener lever with the key. The engine hood lock release lever is locked at the same time. 19