The Chilean TikToker @aprendebienaconducir shared a video in which he explains in detail how to refuel without assistance at a self-service station. In the tutorial, the content creator guides viewers step by step through the process, providing helpful tips for those unfamiliar with this system.
In the video, the importance of first identifying which side of the car the fuel tank cap is on is emphasized, usually indicated by an arrow on the dashboard. Then, it shows how to select the payment method, insert the card, enter the desired amount of fuel, and confirm the transaction with the corresponding PIN.
Once the payment is approved, the refueling proceeds. To do this, the inner tank cap is opened, the pump handle is lifted to reset the counter, and then the appropriate hose is chosen according to the type of fuel recommended by the vehicle’s manufacturer. Subsequently, the nozzle is inserted into the tank and the pump is activated by pressing the trigger.
When the previously selected amount is reached, the refueling stops automatically. Finally, the hose is carefully removed, placed back in its holder, and the fuel tank cap is closed.
In Argentina, self-service at gas stations is a practice that has generated discussions. The government of Javier Milei plans to implement it as part of a deregulation program aimed at reducing operational costs and providing greater flexibility to the fuel market, although it still causes uncertainty among drivers in the country.
With self-service fuel, after opening the tank cap, the next step is to go to the payment terminal to complete the transaction independently, as in this model the process is 100% autonomous.
