What should you do if you encounter a hot engine or fluid leak while refueling?

• A. Continue refueling with the engine running.
• B. Turn off engine, move away, follow safety protocols.
• C. Light a cigarette and stay near the vehicle.
• D. Ignore the leak and finish refueling.

Answer: (B)

Safety during fueling means acting quickly to remove ignition sources when you detect heat or a fluid leak. A hot engine or leaking fluid signals a real fire risk because fuel vapors can ignite from even a small spark. The proper action is to turn off the engine to stop the heat and reduce ignition sources, then move away from the vehicle to a safe distance and follow your safety protocol for fueling—this usually includes reporting the issue and waiting for it to be inspected before continuing. Continuing with the engine running, smoking, or ignoring the leak could lead to a dangerous fire or explosion.