Web Article E-How: How To Pump Gas

Purpose: Format is E-How because it would educate the audience in a cleaner chronological process on how to pump gasoline. It would help New Jersey and Oregon natives on the topic of pumping gas because it is the only states within the U.S. that requires attendants at the gas stations. Educating these residents in this practical process is important because once they leave state boarders; they would need to know this important procedure. Audience: Specifically New Jersey and Oregon commuters. Competitions: How-to websites/articles. First Step: Pull up to the gas station. Some gauges have arrows adjacent to gas pump logo that indicates which side the gas cap is on. Also, make sure you pull up to the pump that has the correct fuel type. (e.g. Diesel, Gasoline)

First Step:

Pull up to the gas station. Some gauges have arrows adjacent to gas pump logo that indicates which side the gas cap is on. Also, make sure you pull up to the pump that has the correct fuel type. (e.g. Diesel, Gasoline) 

Second Step: Turn off ignition. Turning off your vehicle is important for safety measures.

Third Step: Decide on payment method. If you decide to pay with credit/debit card you are able to pay at the pump. If you decide on cash, you must find an attendant and pay in advance.

Fourth Step: Remove the gas cap. Pop the gas tank open and turn the gas cap to the open it.

Fifth Step: Pickup the fuel nozzle. Place fuel nozzle in the gas tank opening. Some fuel pumps require you to left the nozzle before selecting the fuel grade.

Sixth Step: Select grade of fuel. Most pumps have the options: regular (87 octane rating), mid-grade (89 octane rating), and premium (91-93 octane rating). Push button to select the fuel grade.

Seventh Step: Begin fueling. Press start and pull the trigger on the gas nozzle to begin fueling the vehicle. Fuel until the trigger is released or until the pump reaches the fueling limit you paid for.

Eighth Step: Remove nozzle and place in pump. Immediately after fueling is complete, place nozzle back in pump to reduce the risk of any fuel spilling.

Ninth Step: Close up tank, retrieve receipt. Once the nozzle is in the pump, the pump will automatically print your receipt. Be sure to retrieve it as this concludes the transaction.

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