Fuel System Pressure Release: 3.5RL
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Acura 3.5RL, 2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2003 Acura 3.2TL, and 2003 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Obtain radio anti-theft code from customer, and make note of selected radio presets. Disconnect negative battery cable. Loosen fuel tank filler cap. Place clean shop rag around fuel filter. Slowly loosen service bolt on top of fuel filter one complete turn to relieve system pressure. Always replace washer after loosening service or banjo bolt. Tighten fuel filter service bolt to 106 INCH lbs. (12 N.m). Reprogram radio anti-theft code and radio presets.