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Fuel Fill Pipe Removal/Installation

  1. Drain the fuel tank .
  2. Remove the left rear wheel.
  3. Remove the fuel fill pipe cover (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Fill Pipe Cover
    G08069809Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Disconnect the fuel fill tube:
    • Without SH-AWD: Disconnect the quick-connect fitting (A) , and disconnect the fuel fill tube (B) from the fuel fill pipe by sliding back the clamp on the fuel fill tube, then twist the hose as you pull to avoid damaging the hose or pipe.
    • With SH-AWD: Disconnect the quick-connect fittings (A) .

    Without SH-AWD 

    Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Fill Tube And Quick-Connect Fitting (Without SH-AWD)
    G08069810Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    With SH-AWD 

    Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Fill Tube And Quick-Connect Fitting (With SH-AWD)
    G08069811Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the fuel fill pipe (A).
    Fig 4: Fuel Fill Pipe With Torque Specifications
    G08069812Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE: Before connecting the fuel fill pipe and the quick-connect fitting, check for dirt, and clean it if needed, taking care not to damage the fuel fill pipe and other parts.