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2002 Honda Civic Si

Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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: Checking Contact Area Of Line For Dirt or Damage
    G03704576Courtesy 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 feed line.
    • replacing the fuel pump.
    • replacing the fuel filter.
    • replacing the fuel gauge sending unit.
    • replacing the EVAP purge pipe.
    • replacing the EVAP canister.
    • 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 New Retainer Into Connector
    G03704577Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Before connecting a new fuel tube/quick-connect fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer from the mating line.
    Fig 3: Removing Old Retainer From Mating Line
    G03704578Courtesy 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.
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