Kia Sportage: Opening the fuel filler lid

The fuel filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up the fuel filler lid opener.

If the fuel filler lid does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly or push on the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do not pry on the lid. If necessary, spray around the lid with an approved de-icer fluid (do not use radiator anti-freeze) or move the vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to melt.

1.Stop the engine.
2.To open the fuel filler lid, pull up the fuel filler lid opener.
3.Pull open the fuel filler lid (1).
4.To remove the cap, turn the fuel filler cap (2) counterclockwise.
5.Refuel as needed.

Fuel filler lid

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Closing the fuel filler lid

1.To install the cap turn it clockwise until it clicks once. 2.Close the fuel filler lid and push it in lightly making sure that it is securely closed. ✽ NOTICE There may be an intermitten...