Another question for more experienced CRV owners. When the fuel light goes
off, how much gas is left in the tank? Since I haven't owned my 2001 long
enough to find this out (and I am worried about stranding myself if I do
push it too far), I thought I'd ask the list.

So, what's the consensus? How much fuel is left when YOUR light comes on?

Tom

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an 1/8 th of a tank.

well mine is also too new to tell but why would you want to take a risk and
let it get so low  I try never to let the gas run below half if i can help it
 its not good for the car to let it run that low anyway all the junk in the
bootom of the gas tank. plus  if you only had a 1/4 tank  of gas left and you
had to go somewhere would you go whithout filling up  just to see how far you
could  why ? In addition if i was on a 1/4 of  a tank light or no light i
would think about getting gas pronto . your question makes no sense.  not
meaning to be rude or anything.  jerri



"To own a poodle is to know love no strings attached."

What makes no sense about wanting to know how much gas is left in the tank
when your light comes on? I'm not sure I'm the one not making sense here.

Tom

I agree 100% with you Tom...
 
Mario
 

The CR-V has a fuel capacity of 15.3 gallons, the light actuates when
approx. 1/8 of a tank remains (1.9gallons). I would get gas immediately,
because the "trash" that all fuel tanks tend to accumulate "mostly" settles
to the BOTTOM.
Some fuel injection systems may need to be "primed" if the tank runs
completely dry, don't believe the CR-V has had this problem.

TIPS: If you see a large tanker filling the tanks, pass the station by.
When the gas station tanks are being filled the TRASH at the bottom of those
tanks is dislodged from the bottom, thus to your tank!

I use a fuel injector cleaner (STP) about once a month, keeps 'em clean.

SALTMAN
http://www.bsalt.com

Now I'm getting confused...
Where does the fuel line hook up to on the fuel tank? I always
thought it was on the bottom?
What kind of "trash" accumulates in the tank? I've never been aware
that there is much of a problem with clean gasoline, at least from
reputable companies, and what little there ever may be gets stopped in
the fuel filter. I've inspected fuel filters that have been in service
for thousands of miles, and they attest to the cleanliness of gasoline.
Does anyone know if the fuel pumps at gas stations also have filters on
them?
A few comments...
The only fuel contamination problem I have ever encountered was from
water in my tank. I have been told that the common cause for this is
from condensation in the fuel tank (sort of like how dew forms on your
lawn), and the best prevention is to keep your tank reasonably full of
gasoline. Getting low during long trips is ok, as long as you get a fill
at the end of the trip. If you drive mostly around town, fill the tank
when it reaches the 1/2 full point (or 1/2 empty, if you're a
pessimist). I don't know if condensation is as much of a problem on the
modern closed and pressurized fuel systems of today, but why take the
chance?
Knowing how much fuel is in the tank when the light comes on is
probably a "guy" thing. We men have a different logic system than women.
Knowing how much remains allows me to choose where I fill when it does
get low. I admit loyalty to certain brands, and a preference to fair
pricing, if there is such a thing!
Using a fuel injection cleaner on a regular basis is an excellent
plan. It helps keep "gum" (not the kind you chew) and other deposits
from forming and causing poor spray patterns from the injectors. It pays
for itself in better performance and gas mileage, as well as prevention
of clogged injectors.
Have a great day, everyone, and thanks for any comments!
- Rod

On my 97, when fuel light goes on, I'm still good for
another 50 km (about 30 miles)...I've tried it (with a
jerrycan full of gasoline!!)

Hi Guys,
Please remove me from the discussion group for now until I purchase my CRV.
thanks!
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 Knowing how much fuel is in the tank when the light comes on is

probably a "guy" thing. We men have a different logic system than women.

Knowing how much remains allows me to choose where I fill when it does

get low. I admit loyalty to certain brands, and a preference to fair

pricing, if there is such a thing!

 Using a fuel injection cleaner on a regular basis is an excellent

plan. It helps keep "gum" (not the kind you chew) and other deposits

from forming and causing poor spray patterns from the injectors. It pays

for itself in better performance and gas mileage, as well as prevention

of clogged injectors.

 Have a great day, everyone, and thanks for any comments!

- Rod



its so refreshing when you can find a man who understands,  my hero and
your right I did realize that its a guy thing after I posted my answer and
thought about it and to clarify what I mente was condensation.
its really very funny  the difference in the logic  at least i thought it was
funny cause I Would  never let it go below half if i could help it. so
wanting to know how much gas was left after the light went on made no sense
to me at all Sorry if I ofended anyone did not mean too .

btw a lot of  the details  and info can be found in the manuel even  the
amount left in the tank. i cant believe it I picked up my car  2 weeks ago
now and I already put on 1600 miles on it. Just had the environmental package
put in today Jerri

 

"To own a poodle is to know love no strings attached."

Jerri,

Glad to know you are enjoying your new car! The nice thing about this
forum is the fact that people actually communicate. We all have our own
ideas and areas of knowledge, and are free to share. Not everyone agrees,
obviously, but if I learn one thing new, or learn my errors, then I have
gained. If peoples feelings get hurt, well, that truly is too bad, but
it doesn't stop the sun from shining tomorrow!

- Rod

p.s. - I like the name Jerri. Always have.  I also like dogs,
though poodles are not my favorite...