Operation Manual

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Petrol Containing Alcohol
If you decide to use a petrol containing alcohol
(gasohol), be sure its 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 petrol that contains
more than 10% ethanol. Do not use petrol
containing methanol (methyl or wood alcohol)
that does not also contain cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors for methanol. Never use
petrol containing more than 5% methanol,
even if it has cosolvents and corrosion
inhibitors.
The use of petrol containing more than 10%
ethanol (or more than 5% methanol) may:
• Damage the painting of the fuel tank.
• Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line.
• Cause corrosion of the fuel tank.
• Cause poor drivability.
Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station,
try to find out if the fuel contains alcohol. If it
does, confirm the type and percentage of
alcohol used. If you notice any undesirable
operating symptoms while using a petrol that
contains alcohol or one that you think contains
alcohol switch to a petrol that you know does
not contain alcohol.