2014 Mazda 3 SV, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

No. 26 Fuel Refill Concerns: Notes

NO. 26 FUEL REFILL CONCERNS DESCRIPTION AND POSSIBLE CAUSES (SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5)

26  FUEL REFILL CONCERNS 
DESCRIPTION 
  • Fuel tank does not fill smoothly.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • PCM DTC is stored.
  • Non-return valve malfunction
  • Check valve (Except U.S.A. And CANADA)
  • Improper use of fuel nozzle
  • Inadequate fuel filling speed
    WARNING:
    • The following troubleshooting flow chart contains the fuel system diagnosis and repair procedures. Read the following warnings before servicing the fuel system:
      • Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
      • Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION" and "AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION" described in this manual. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION .) (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION .)
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    • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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