How to Open the Fuel Tank Cap of a Fit?

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The fuel tank door switch of the Fit is located above the hood switch, under the dashboard on the driver's side. Pull the switch, and the fuel tank door will pop open. Here are some details about the Fit's fuel tank: 1. The Fit's fuel tank is positioned under the chassis beneath the center console saddle, unlike sedans where it's typically located under the rear seats. For hatchbacks, the safest position for the fuel tank is the central chassis area. In a frontal collision, unless the impact is severe enough to damage the front section, the fuel tank remains unharmed. Additionally, the B-pillar provides protection in side collisions, making this the most logical fuel tank placement for hatchbacks. 2. Positioning the tank in the center brings several challenges. Firstly, it inevitably affects interior space, resulting in a relatively small 40L capacity and thinner design. Despite its small size, the engine's fuel consumption is low. There's a correlation between fuel consumption and tank capacity; the tank must ensure a driving range of at least 500 kilometers. Therefore, the size of the fuel tank can give an indication of the engine's displacement.