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Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions.
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Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not
smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refuel-
ed or where gasoline is stored.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck).
After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and
securely.
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Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor
may.ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before star-
ting the engine.
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Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL
If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure it's octane
rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda. There are two types
of "gasohol": one containing ethanol, and the other containing methanol. Do
not use gasohol that contains more than 10% ethanol. Do not use gasoline
containing methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) that does not also contain
cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol. Never use gasoline containing
more than 5% methanol, even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.
NOTE:
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Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the use
of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered under the warranty. Honda can-
not endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evidence of their
suitability is as yet incomplete.
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Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station, try to find out if the fuel con-
tains alcohol, if it does, confirm the type and percentage of alcohol used.
If you notice any undersirable operating symptoms while using a gasoline
that contains alcohol, or one that you think contains alcohol, switch to a
gasoline that you know does not contain alcohol.
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