Fuel Pressure: Relieving

Before disconnecting fuel pipes or hoses, release pressure from the system by loosening the 12 mm banjo bolt on top of the fuel filter.

WARNING:

Do not smoke while working on the fuel system. Keep open flames or sparks away from your work area.
Be sure to relieve fuel pressure while the ignition switch is off.

Write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery negative terminal.
Remove the fuel fill cap.
Use a box end wrench on the 12 mm banjo bolt at the fuel filter while holding the fuel filter with another wrench.
Place a rag or shop towel over the 12 mm banjo bolt.
Slowly loosen the 12 mm banjo bolt one complete turn.

Fig 1: Loosening Banjo Bolt
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

NOTE: Replace the washers whenever the 12 mm banjo bolt is loosened or removed.