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Fuel Tank Replacement

  1. Drain the fuel tank (see FUEL TANK DRAINING  ).
  2. Reinstall the fuel tank unit without connecting the fuel tank unit 4P connector and the quick-connect fitting (see INSTALLATION  ).
  3. Remove the fuel fill pipe cover (see FUEL FILL PIPE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).
  4. Disconnect the quick-connect fittings (A) (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING REMOVAL  ). On all models except PZEV, disconnect the fuel fill tube (B) from the fuel fill pipe. Slide back the clamps, then twist the hose as you pull to avoid damaging it.

    All models except PZEV 

    Fig 1: Identifying Quick-Connect Fittings And Fuel Fill Tube Without PZEV Model
    G07341767Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    PZEV model 

    Fig 2: Identifying Quick-Connect Fittings And Fuel Fill Tube With PZEV Model
    G07341768Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
  6. Disconnect the hose (A) from the EVAP canister.
    Fig 3: Identifying Hose And Clamp In EVAP Canister
    G07341769Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the hose (B) from the clamp (C).
    NOTE: Be careful not to damage the hose.
  8. Remove the exhaust pipe (see EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER REPLACEMENT ).
  9. Remove the right side middle floor undercover (see MIDDLE FLOOR UNDERCOVER REPLACEMENT ).
  10. Remove the fuel tank protector (A).
    Fig 4: Fuel Tank Protector, Strap Bolts, Fuel Tank And Straps With Torque Specifications
    G07341770Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Remove the right parking brake cable mounting bolts (see PARKING BRAKE CABLE REPLACEMENT ).
  12. Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (B).
  13. Remove the strap bolts (C) and the straps (D).
  14. Remove the fuel tank.
  15. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • New fuel tanks have a ring pull (E) at the fuel vapor hose connector (F). When you connect the hose and confirm that the connection is secure, remove the ring pull by pulling it down.
    • Before connecting the fuel fill pipe and the quick-connect fitting, check for dirt, and clean them if needed, taking care not to damage the fuel fill pipe and other parts.
    • When installing the fuel tank protector, make sure to insert it into the clip (G) in the direction shown.
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