How much fuel is left when the Accord's fuel light comes on?
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When the Accord's fuel light comes on, there are approximately 6-8L of fuel remaining, allowing for about 50 kilometers of driving. Below is relevant information about refueling: 1. Precautions: Before driving, check the fuel gauge to estimate whether refueling is necessary based on the trip distance and the fuel gauge reading. It's advisable to refuel in advance rather than waiting for the fuel light to come on. The fuel pump is located inside the fuel tank and operates at high temperatures when continuously working; being submerged in fuel helps to cool it effectively. 2. Friendly reminder: When the fuel light comes on, it indicates the fuel level is below the fuel pump. Consistently waiting until the light comes on to refuel can shorten the fuel pump's lifespan. Having too little fuel in the tank may even lead to fuel pump burnout. It's better to refuel in the morning or evening, avoiding the hot midday sun and high temperatures. This is because gasoline is charged by volume rather than weight, and it expands with heat and contracts with cold.
Last time I took my Accord on a long trip, I specifically tested it – after the fuel warning light came on, I drove another 85 kilometers before finding a gas station. Generally, there's a reserve of 7-10 liters of fuel left at the bottom of the tank. Based on the Accord hybrid's fuel consumption of 4.5L per 100 km, you can easily drive over 100 kilometers. However, this reserve fuel amount varies by model year. The ninth-generation Accord has about 9 liters of reserve fuel, while the tenth generation reduced it to 7.5 liters. Veteran drivers advise against taking risks – refuel within 50 kilometers after the light comes on. The fuel pump relies on gasoline for cooling and can easily burn out, plus there's more sediment at the bottom of the tank which can damage the engine. By the way, on highways, you should refuel even sooner when the fuel light comes on, as fuel consumption can fluctuate unpredictably.
