fuel cap release HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual
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FuelSupply System
Fuel Pressure Relieving
Before disconnecting fuel lines or hoses, relieve
pressure from the system by disconnecting the fuel
tube/quick connect fitting in the engine compartment.
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF,
2. Remove the PGM-Fl main relay 2 (A).
Startthe engine, and let it idle until it is stalls.
NOTE: The DTCS or Temporary DTCS P0301. P0302,
P0303, P0304 may come on during this procedure.
lf any DTCS are stored, ignore them.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Remove the fuel fill cap, and relieve fuel pressure
in the fueltank.
Remove the engine cover.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Check the fuel quick-connect fitting for dirt, and
clean it if necessary.
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9. Place a rag or shop towel over the quick-connect
fitting (A).
Disconnect the quick-connect fifting (A): Hold the
connector (B) with one hand and squeeze the
retainer tabs (C) with the other hand to release
them from the locking pawls {D). Pullthe connector
off.
NOTE:. Prevent the remaining fuel in the fuel feedlineor
hose from flowing out with a rag or shop towel.. Be careful notto damage the line (E) or other
pa rts.. Do not use tools.. lf theconnectordoes not move, keepthe 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.
After disconnecting the quick-connect fifting, check
it for dirt or damage (see page 1 1-149).
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Fuel Pump/Fuel Gauge Sending Unit Replacement
SpecialTools Required
Fuel sender wrench 07XAA-001010A
1.Relieve the fuel pressure (see page 11-144).
Remove the fuel fill cap.
Remove the seat cushion (see page 20-80).
Remove the access panel (A)from the floor.
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Disconnect the fuel pump 5P connector (B).
Disconnect the quick-connect fitting {C) from the
fuel tank unit.
Using the special tool, loosen the fuel tank unit
locknut (A).
93 N.m19.5 kgf.m,69 lbf.ftl
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8. Remove the locknut (A) andthefuel tankunit.
9. Remove the stopper {O). Release the hook (P) and
remove the fuel filter (B), the fuel gauge sending
unit (C). the case (D), the wire harness (E), and the
fuel pressure regulator (F).
10. When connecting the fuel tank unit, make sure the
connection is secure and the suction filter (G) is
firmly connected to the f uel pump (H).
11. Install the fuel tank unit in the reverse order of
removal with a new base gasket (l)and new o-rings
(J), then check these items:
. When connecting the wire harness, make sure
the connection is secure and the connector (K) is
firmly locked into the place.
. When installing the f uel gauge sending unit,
make sure the connection is secure and the
connector is firmly locked into place. Be careful
not to bend or twist the connector excessively.. When installing the fueltank unit, align the marks
(L) on the fuel tank (M) and the fuel tank unit (Ni