Refueling; Improving Fuel Economy And Reducing Co Emissions - Honda Accord 2018 Hybrid Owner's Manual

DRIVING

Refueling

Use the proper fuel and refueling procedure to ensure the best performance
and safety of your vehicle.
n Fuel Information
Use of unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher is recommended.
• Honda recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT.
NOTICE
We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help
prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly
recommend the use of gasoline that does NOT contain harmful manganese-
based fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
How to Refuel
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Your fuel tank is not equipped with a fuel filler cap. You can insert the filler
nozzle directly into the filler neck. The tank seals itself again when you pull
out the filler nozzle. The fuel fill door is located at the left rear of the vehicle.
Park next to the service pump that is most accessible.
1. Turn off the power system.
2. Unlock the driver's door using the master door lock switch. The fuel fill
door on the outer side of the vehicle will unlock.
3. Press the area indicated by the arrow to release the fuel fill door. You will
hear a click.
4. Insert the filler nozzle fully. When the tank is full, the nozzle clicks off
automatically. Wait about 5 seconds before removing the filler nozzle.
5. Close the fuel fill door.
Master door lock switch
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Fuel fill door
Press
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
• Turn the power system off and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO
factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve
the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
DRIVING
Emissions
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emissions is dependent on several
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