Helpful hint no. 25: What side is my car’s fuel filler on?

lefthand fuel filler

Above: LEFT and RIGHT fuel cap arrows on each and every fuel gauge

 

It’s a question people often ask themselves as they pull into a petrol station.

The answer is right in front of each and every driver right on the fuel gauge.

There is a little arrow which everyone notices but completely ignores. The fuel filler is on the side indicated by the arrow. If the arrow points left, that’s where the cap is.

Here are a couple of pictures to help.

You’re welcome!

Written by Alan Zurvas

Alan Zurvas is the founder and editor of Gay Car Boys, Australia's leading LGBTQI+ automotive publication. Before launching GCB in 2008, Alan's automotive writing was published in SameSame.com.au and the Star Observer. With over 16 years of hands-on car reviewing experience, Alan brings an honest, irreverent voice to every review — championing value and innovation over brand loyalty.

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3 responses to “Helpful hint no. 25: What side is my car’s fuel filler on?”

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    gaycarboys

    That’s a very good question. This and many other things are in the car’s user guide but the complexity of the info overwhelms most buyers

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  3. Linda Avatar
    Linda

    I didnt know about the arrow on fuel guage indicating which side of vehicle the fuel tank sits. This is crazy easy! One of those glaringly obvious tips that when you find out you think “Why arent we told about this when purchasing motor vehicles” Thank you 😀

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