Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Precautions

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Precautions
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2003-2004 models: The fuel line/quick-connect fittings assembly connects the fuel rail (A) to the fuel joint hose (B), the fuel joint hose to the fuel joint stay (C), and the fuel line (D) to the fuel feed hose (E), and the fuel feed hose to the fuel tank unit (F).

2005-2006 models: The fuel line/quick-connect fittings assembly connects the fuel rail (A) to the fuel joint hose (B), the fuel joint hose to the fuel feed hose (C), and the fuel feed hose to the fuel line (D), and the fuel line (D) to the fuel feed hose (E), and the fuel feed hose to the fuel tank unit (F).

When removing or installing the fuel pump and fuel tank, it is necessary to disconnect or connect the quick-connect fittings.

Pay attention to the following:

  • The fuel joint hose (B), fuel joint stay (C), and fuel feed line (D), quick-connect fittings (G) are not heat-resistant; be careful not to damage them during welding or other heat-generating procedures.
  • The fuel joint hose (B), fuel joint stay (C), and fuel feed line (D), quick-connect fittings (G) are not acid-proof; do not touch them with a shop towel that was used for wiping battery electrolyte. Replace them if they came into contact with electrolyte or something similar.

    When connecting or disconnecting the fuel joint hose (B), fuel joint stay (C), fuel line (D), fuel feed hose (E), and quick-connect fittings (G), be careful not to bend or twist them excessively. Replace them if they are damaged.

    Fig 1: Precautions Of Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting (2003-04 Models)
    G03639954Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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