Watch the video: Refueling when it’s hot – you should definitely pay attention to this at the pump.
Sunburn, heat stroke and circulatory problems – you have to be careful in midsummer.
This also applies to the gas station.
When it’s hot, there’s one important thing to keep in mind when refueling.
Do not fill the vehicle to the brim.
The reason: gasoline and diesel expand at high temperatures.
The fuels can increase in volume by around two percent when it is hot.
50 liters of fuel quickly become 51 liters.
The fuel can run out through the tank vent.
The possible consequences: damage to the paintwork, the environment or the vehicle.
The risk of a vehicle fire also increases.
By the way: This information also applies to spare canisters in the car.