Never pump your gas while your vehicle is running since the engine could cause the gas to combust while you’re pumping.
For example, if your tank holds 15 US gal (57 L) and it’s half full, buy about 7 1⁄2 US gal (28 L) to fill it completely.
Some gas stations may let you pay after you pump the gas. Check the screen on the gas pump to see if you need to pay before you pump.
The fuel grade refers to the octane rating of the gas, which measures the fuel’s resistance to igniting prematurely in your engine. Midgrade and premium fuel will cost more than regular gas.
Some gas pumps may have you lift a lever where the nozzle was before you start pumping. Follow the direction on the gas pump’s screen to see if you need to do any additional steps.
Never smoke while you pump gas since you could ignite the gasoline. Don’t leave the pump unattended as you’re filling your tank. Avoid using electronics while you pump your gas since the electricity could spark the gasoline.
