Kia Soul: Opening the fuel filler door - Fuel filler lid - Features of your vehicleKia Soul: Opening the fuel filler door

Kia Soul 2009-2013 AM Owner's Manual / Features of your vehicle / Fuel filler lid / Opening the fuel filler door

The fuel filler door must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up the

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

If the fuel filler door does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly or push on the door to break the ice and release the door. Do not pry on the door. If necessary, spray around the door 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.

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

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