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NOTE: Before you work on the fuel lines and fittings, read the Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Precautions (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS  ).
  1. If equipped, remove the quick-connect fitting cover from the fuel line. Raise the cover (A) from the fuel line (B), and remove it as shown.
    Fig 1: Removing Quick-Connect Fitting Cover From Fuel Line
    G06422831Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Relieve the fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING  ).
  3. Check the fuel quick-connect fittings (A) for dirt, and. clean them if needed.
    Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Quick-Connect Fittings
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    Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Quick-Connect Fittings
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  4. Place a rag or shop towel over the quick-connect fitting. Hold the connector (A) with one hand, and squeeze the retainer tabs (B) with the other hand to release them from the locking tabs (C). Pull the connector off.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the line (D) or other parts. Do not use tools.
    • If the connector does not move, keep the retainer tabs pressed down, and alternately pull and push the connector until it comes off easily.
    • Do not remove the retainer from the line; once removed, the retainer must be replaced with a new one.
      Fig 4: Squeezing Retainer Tabs
      G06422834Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage.
    • If it is dirty, clean the connector with a pressure washer, and dry it with compressed air.
    • If it is damaged, replace the fuel filter or the fuel feed line.
      Fig 5: Identifying Contact Area Of Line
      G06422835Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. To prevent damage and keep foreign matter out, cover the disconnected connector and line ends with plastic bags (A).
    NOTE: The retainer cannot be reused once it has been removed from the line.

    Replace the retainer when:

    • replacing the fuel rail.
    • replacing the fuel line.
    • replacing the fuel pump.
    • replacing the fuel filter.
    • replacing the EVAP canister.
    • replacing the fuel fill pipe.
    • replacing the fuel tank.
    • it has been removed from the line.
    • it is damaged.
      Fig 6: Identifying Plastic Bags
      G06422836Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.