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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. Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage, and clean it if needed
    Fig 1: Identifying Contact Area Of Line
    G05990384Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the retainer is damaged, or after
    • 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
    • removing the retainer from the line
    • Use the same manufacturer retainer and the same size retainer when the replacing the retainer (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS )
    Fig 2: Inserting Retainer Into Connector
    G05990385Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Before connecting a new fuel line/quick-connect fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer (B) from the mating line
    Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Line, Quick-Connect Fitting Assembly And Old Retainer
    G05990386Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Line, Quick-Connect Fitting Assembly And Old Retainer
    G05990387Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Align the quick-connect fittings with the line (A), and align the retainer locking tabs (B) with the connector grooves (C) Then press the quick-connect fittings onto the line until both retainer tabs lock with a clicking sound
    NOTE: If it is hard to connect, put a small amount of new engine oil on the line end

    Connection with new retainer 

    Fig 5: Identifying Connection With Retainer
    G05990388Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    Connection to new fuel line 

    Fig 6: Identifying Connection To Fuel Line
    G05990389Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    Reconnection to existing retainer 

    Fig 7: Identifying Reconnection To Existing Retainer
    G05990390Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. When you reconnect the connector with the old retainer, make sure the connection is secure and the tabs (A) are firmly locked into place, check visually and also by pulling the connector (B) When you replace the fuel line with a new one, make sure you remove the ring pull (C) upwards after you confirm the connection is secure
    NOTE: Before you remove the ring pull, make sure the fuel line connection is secure If the connection is not secure, the ring pull could break when you try to remove it
    Fig 8: Checking Connector Connection
    G05990391Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    Connection to new fuel line 

    Fig 9: Identifying Connection To Fuel Line
    G05990392Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery, and turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode (but do not operate the starter motor) The fuel pump will run for about 2 seconds, and fuel pressure will rise Repeat this two or three times, then checking for fuel leaks
  7. If equipped, install the quick-connect fitting cover Set the groove of the cover (A) on the fuel line (B) as shown, then install it Make sure the cover is firmly locked in place
    Fig 10: Identifying Cover On Fuel Line
    G05990393Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.