Can I drive if I forgot to turn off the engine while refueling?

[SanRowan]

Can I drive if I forgot to turn off the engine while refueling? The answer is yes. Here are specific precautions to take when refueling: 1. No phone calls: The increased communication signal strength in mobile phones can cause electronic friction with the gas station's electronic equipment, which may easily ignite the fuel. 2. No open flames: Fuel is a highly flammable substance, and even a small spark can lead to safety hazards at the gas station. Not only is smoking prohibited, but the use of matches, lighters, or any other ignition tools is also forbidden. 3. Turn off the engine while refueling: The car must be turned off during refueling to extinguish any flames inside the vehicle, ensuring safe refueling. This is particularly important for older cars, as they may occasionally produce sparks during the refueling process.

[Clarence]

Refueling without turning off the engine is extremely dangerous! Last month, I witnessed an accident at a gas station caused by sparks from an engine that wasn't turned off—a scene I'll never forget. When the engine is running, the exhaust pipe can reach temperatures of several hundred degrees, which can instantly ignite gasoline vapors. Not to mention the risk of sparks from the electrical system near the fuel tank. Gas station staff always carry fire extinguishers to prevent such situations. The correct procedure is to immediately turn off the engine and let the vehicle cool down completely, then wait ten minutes for the fuel vapors to dissipate before restarting. Always make it a habit to check the tachometer before refueling—the needle should be at 0 to ensure safety.

[LunaLynn]

Never refuel with the engine running. Last year, a friend's car had smoke coming from under the hood at the gas station for this very reason, scaring everyone away. Gasoline is particularly prone to evaporating into flammable vapors, and a running engine—whether it's the cooling fan, exhaust pipe, or generator brushes—can produce sparks. Even without an open flame, static electricity is dangerous enough. I have a fixed routine for refueling: shift to P, engage the handbrake, turn off the engine, remove the key and put it in my pocket, and only then open the fuel tank cap. Once you memorize these steps, you won't forget them.

[RoseDella]

Refueling without turning off the engine is playing with fire. Gasoline vapors encountering hot engine components or electrical sparks can ignite ten times faster than you'd expect. My advice: if you notice the engine is still running, immediately shut it off and open the car doors for ventilation. Never take shortcuts by continuing to refuel. Wait at least five minutes to allow fuel vapors to dissipate before restarting. A reminder for new energy vehicle owners: hybrid models may have auto start-stop systems, so be sure to switch to pure electric mode before refueling to prevent accidental ignition.