2003 HONDA CIVIC Workshop Manual

Fuel Supply System
Fuel Line Inspection
Check the fuel system lines, hoses, and fuel filter for damage, leaks, and deterioration. Replace any damaged parts.
Make sure the connection issecure and the quick-connectfitting cover is firmly locked into place.
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Check all clamps and retighten if necessary.
A: Do not disconnect the hose from the line at these ioints.
Setthe boltflange
Clamp in the middle.
There should be no
W.W
Clamp in the middle.
Setthis part
the fuel{ill tube,align the markson the tube andthe line.
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Fuel Supply System
Fuel Line/Ouick-Connect Fittings Precaution
The fuel tube/quick-connect fittings connect the fuel rail(A)to fuel feed hose (B), the fuel feed hose (B) to the
fuel line (C), and the fueltube (D) to the fuel pump
assembly (E). When removing or installing the fuelfeed
hose, fuel pump assembly, or fuel tank, it is necessary
to disconnect or connect the quick-connect fittings.
Pay attention to the following:
. The fuel feed hose (B), fuel tube (D), and quick-
connect fittings (F) are not heat-resistanU be careful
not to damage them during welding or other heat-
generalrng proceoures.
. The fuelfeed hose (B), fueltube (D) andquick-
connect fittings (F) are not acid-proof; do not touch
them with a shop towel which was used for wiping
battery electrolyte. Replace them if they came into
contact with electrolyte or something similar.
. When connecting or disconnecting the fuel feed hose(B), fuel tube (D), and quick'connect fittings (F). be
careful not to bend or twist them excessivelv. ReDlace
them it they are damaged.
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A disconnected quick-connect fitting can be
reconnected, but the retainer on the mating line cannot
be reused once it has been removed from the line.
Replace the retainer when
. replacing the fuel rail.. replacing the fuel line.. replacing the fuel pump.
. replacing the fuel filter,. replacing the fuel gauge sending unit.. it has been removed from the line.. it is damaged.
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2.
Fuel Line/Ouick-Gonnect Fittings Removal
1. Relieve fuel pressure (see page 1'l-144).
Check the fuel quick-connect fiftings for din, and
clean if necessary.
Hold the connector (A) with one hand and squeeze
the retainertabs (B)with the other hand to release
them from the locking paws (C). Pull the connector
off.
NOTE:. Be careful not to damage the line iD) or other
parts. Do not use tools.. lf the connectordoes not move, keep the 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.
4. C heck the contact a rea (A) of the line (B)for dirt and
da mage.
. lf the surface is dirty, clean it.. if the surface is rusty or damaged, replace the
fuel pump, fuelfilter, fuelfeed line.
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To prevent damaged and keep foreign matter out,
cover the disconnected connector and line end with
plastic bags (A).
NOTE:. The retainer cannot be reused once it has been
removed from the line.
Replaced the retainer when- replacing the fuel rail.- replacing the fuel feed Iine.
- replacing the fuel pumP.
- replacing the fuel filter.- replacing the fuel gauge sending unit
- it has been removed from the line.
- it is damaged.
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Fuel Supply System
Fuel Line/Ouick-Connect Fittings lnstallation
1. Check the contact a rea (A) of the line (B) for dirt and
damage, and clean if necessary.
Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the
retainer is damaged, or after. replacing the fuel rail.. replacing the fuelfeed line.. replacing the fuel pump.. replacing the fuel filter.. replacing the fuel gauge sending unit. removing the retainer from the line.
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3. Before connecting a new fueltube/quick-connect
fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer from
the matino line,

4. Align the quick-connect fittings with the line (A).
and align the retainer (B) locking pawls with the
connector {C) grooves. Then press the quick-
connect fittings onto the line until both retainer
pawls lock with a clicking sound.
NOTE; lf it is hard to connect, put a small amount of
new engine oil on the line end.
Connection with new retainer:
Reconnection to existing retainer:
5. lvlake sure the connection is secure and that the
pawls are firmly locked into place; check visually
and by pulling the connector.
6. Reconnectthe negative cable to the battery, and
turn the ignition switch ON (ll). The fuel pump will
run for about 2 seconds, and fuel pressure will rise
Repeat 2 or 3 times, and check that there are no
fuel leaks.
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Fuel Supply System
{Fuel Pressure Regulator
Replacement
Remove the fuel pump (see page 1 1-153).
Remove the fuel pressure regulator (A).
Installthe part in the reverse order of removal witha new o-ring (B).
1.
2.
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Fuel Filter Replacement
The fuel filter should be replaced whenever the fuelpressure drops belowthe specified value {270 320 kpa,2.8 3.3 kgf lcm', 40 47 psi), after making sure that thefuel pump and the fuel pressure regulator are OK.
1. Remove the fuel pump(seepagell-'153).
2. Remove the
Install in the reverse order of removalwith a new
base gasket (B) and a new o-ring (C), then check
these items:
' When connecting the wire harness, make sure
the connection is secure and the terminal (D) is
firmly locked into place.. When installing the fuel gauge sending unit iE),make sure the connection is secure and the
connector is firmly locked into place. Be carefulnot to bend or twist it excessively.
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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.
5.
7.
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