Honda HR-V: Fuel Tank Removal and Installation (KA/KC)

Removal and Installation

1. Fuel Pressure - Relieve

2. Fuel Tank - Drain

Drain the fuel tank, then reinstall the fuel tank unit without connecting the fuel tank unit connector and the quick-connect fitting.

3. Front Floor Undercover - Remove - Refer to: Rear Floor Undercover Removal and Installation (2WD), or Front Floor Undercover Removal and Installation (2WD)

4. EVAP Canister Connection - Disconnect

1. Disconnect the fuel line quick-connect fitting (A).
2. Press the tab (B) and disconnect the fuel vent hose (C).

5. Filler Neck Tube and Suction Tube - Disconnect

Fig. 4: Filler Neck Tube and Suction Tube With Torque Specifications

1. Remove the fuel filler neck cover (A).
2. Remove the suction joint clip (B).
3. Disconnect the fuel line quick-connect fitting (C).
4. Disconnect the filler neck tube (D) from the fuel fill pipe. When you disconnect the tube, slide back the clamp, then twist the tube as you pull to avoid damaging it.

6. Fuel Tank Protector A - Remove

7. Rear Fuel Tank Guard - Remove

8. Fuel Tank - Remove

Fig. 5: Fuel Tank With Torque Specifications (1 Of 2)

1. Remove the mounting bolt and nuts, then move fuel tank protector B
2. Place a transmission jack under the fuel tank (A)
3. Remove the front floor lower frame mounting bolts (C)
4. Lower the fuel tank carefully.

Fig. 6: Fuel Tank With Torque Specifications (2 Of 2)

5. Remove the straps (A) and fuel tank (B)
6. Remove the filler neck tube (C). When you disconnect the tube, slide back the clamp, then twist the tube as you pull to avoid damaging it.

9. All Removed Parts - Install

1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
   NOTE: Before install the access panel (A), do the fuel leak check. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, but do not start the engine. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel line will be pressurized. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.

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