For experienced car owners, there is nothing easier than refueling when needed, but for a newbie, a gas station visit is surprisingly challenging.
Are there any rules to follow when refueling? Are there any difficulties here? Let's consider these issues in more detail and try to prepare novice drivers for a visit to a gas station.
First of all, you need to figure out when you need to refuel the car?
The answer to this question can be given by the car itself. Every driver should keep a close eye on the fuel level indicator. In the event that a light comes on on the indicator, and the nearest gas station is still far away, this is not the most pleasant situation. In order not to get into it, it is necessary to replenish the fuel supply in advance. Experienced drivers are advised to call in at a gas station if the indicator has passed the ½ mark.
Next, it is worth determining the place of refueling.
Despite the fact that there are so many gas stations around, refueling at the first one you see is unacceptable. You need to get acquainted in advance with the reviews and the quality of fuel at gas stations and go only to those that have a decent reputation.
Here, you are at a gas station, however, how exactly to replenish the supply of gasoline necessary for the further journey?
First of all, you need to find a gas tank hatch, since it can be located in different places on different cars. Next, you should park at the gas station in accordance with the location of the hatch. After that, the hatch must be opened, the engine must be turned off. Before pouring fuel into the car, it is necessary to correctly determine its type: diesel or gasoline. Using the wrong fuel will inevitably lead to damage to the car.
Modern gas stations are not always accompanied by the help of refuellers, which is why you will have to fill the gun into the tank yourself and smoothly pull the trigger. After the fuel supply is stopped, it is necessary to remove the pistol and hang it in place, and only after that close the hatch.
It is so easy and quick to refuel the car yourself, but it is especially important to do it in a timely manner.
