Fuel Joint Block: Replacement

WARNING: Compressed natural gas is flammable and highly explosive. You could be killed or seriously injured if leaking natural gas is ignited.

Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks and flames away.

Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank ).
Remove the fuel joint duct, fuel pipe, sensors, bolts and connectors.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Joint Duct, Fuel Pipe, Sensors, Bolts & Connectors
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Apply PAG oil to a new O-ring, and carefully install it into its proper position.
Install parts in reverse order of removal.
Tighten the fuel stem assembly.
NOTE: Do not loosen the fuel stem assembly it is tightened. Replace the fuel stem assembly if you loosen it.
Perform the leak inspection procedure (see Leak Inspection ).