Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright, well back in the seat and be able to adequately press the pedals without leaning forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably. The passenger’s seat should be adjusted in a similar manner, so that it is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard as possible.
Honda Civic Owners Manual. When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door
What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.
Open the trunk.
Pull the green release cord beneath the rear
tray to the right.
► The release cord unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled ...