Hyundai Santa Fe: Opening the fuel filler lid

The fuel filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling the fuel filler lid opener lever located on the driver’s door.
✽ NOTICE
If the fuel filler lid will 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. Pull the fuel filler lid opener lever, then the fuel filler lid will pop up.
3. Pull the fuel filler lid (1) out to fully open.
4. To remove the cap, turn the fuel tank 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” one time. This indicates that the cap is securely tightened. 2. Close the fuel filler lid and push it in lightly making sure that it is securely ...
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