running out of fuel

If you’re running out of fuel, treat the dash light like a ticking clock, not a dare.

Safely pull over, hazards on, and avoid cranking it dry—fuel pumps like bathing in petrol, not air.

Grab a jerry from the nearest servo (approved container only), add a few litres, and try a gentle restart; diesels may need priming or bleeding before they’ll play nice.

If you’re nowhere near civilisation, call roadside assist rather than hiking along the shoulder pretending you’re a wilderness guru.

Afterwards, fill to the brim and rethink your range; running tanks low can stir up sediment and shorten pump life.