Kia Picanto: Features of your vehicle / Fuel filler lid
Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel-filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up on the fuel-filler lid opener located on the front floor area on the driver’s seat.
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. To open the fuel filler lid, pull up the fuel filler lid opener.
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.
Closing the fuel filler lid
1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it “clicks”. This indicates that the cap is securely tightened.
2. Close the fuel filler lid and push it lightly and make sure that it is securely closed.
Hood
Opening the hood
1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the
hood. The hood should pop open
slightly.
WARNING
Open the hood after turning off the
engine on a flat surface, shifting the
shift ...
Gasoline reservoir in the engine
room
If your vehicle is FFV (Flex fuel vehicle),
it needs to be checked and the reservoir
should be filled in with the gasoline
for cold start when the outside temperature
is low (below 20°C).
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Other information:
Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Driving in flooded areas, Driving off-road
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Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
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