Honda HR-V: Fuel Tank Unit Removal and Installation (AWD)
Special Tools Required
Fuel Nut Wrench 07AAAT0AA100
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 140(2).png)
Removal
1. Fuel Pressure - Relieve
2. Front Seat (Driver's Side) - Remove
3. Rear Heater Duct (Left Side) - Remove
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 141(2).png)
4. Access Panel - Remove
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 142(2).png)
- Remove the access panel (A) from the floor
- Disconnect the connector (B).
5. Fuel Tank Unit Locknut - Loosen
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 143(2).png)
- Disconnect the quick-connect fittings (A) from the fuel
tank unit.
- Using the fuel nut wrench, loosen the fuel tank unit locknut
(B).
6. Fuel Tank Unit - Remove
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 144(2).png)
- Remove the locknut (A)
- Disconnect the transfer tube (B), then remove the fuel tank unit
(C).
NOTE: Be careful not to bend or twist the fuel level sensor arm
(D) excessively.
Installation
1. Fuel Tank Unit - Temporarily Insert
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 145(2).png)
- Attach a new base gasket (A) to the fuel tank unit (B), connect the
transfer tube (C).
- Be careful not to damage the new base gasket.
- Make sure the clamp (D) is positioned as shown.
- Insert the fuel tank unit partially into the fuel tank with a new
base gasket.
- Be careful not to bend or twist the fuel level sensor arm (E)
excessively.
- Do not coat the base gasket with oil.
2. Fuel Tank Unit - Align
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 146(2).png)
- Align the marks (A) on the fuel tank and fuel tank unit, then insert the
fuel tank unit into the fuel tank.
NOTE: To avoid a fuel leak, check the base gasket, visually or by
hand,
to make sure it is not pinched.
3. Fuel Tank Unit - Install
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 147(2).png)
- Tighten a new locknut (A) by hand holding the fuel tank unit
vertically.
4. Fuel Tank Unit Locknut - Tighten
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 148(2).png)
Fig. 9: Fuel Tank Unit Locknut With Torque Specifications
- Using the fuel nut wrench, tighten the locknut to the specified
torque.
NOTE:
- After tightening, make sure the marks (A) are still aligned.
- After installation, check the base gasket, visually or by hand, to
make sure it is not pinched.
- Connect the quick-connect fittings (B) to the fuel tank unit.
5. Fuel Leak - Check
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 149(2).png)
- Connect the connector (A)
- 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
- Install the access panel (B).
6. Rear Heater Duct (Left Side) - Install
![Fuel and Emissions - Service Information](images/books/1097/index 150(2).png)
7. Front Seat (Driver's Side) - Install
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Special Tools Required
Fuel Nut Wrench 07AAAT0AA100
Removal
1. Fuel Pressure - Relieve
2. Front Seat (Passenger's Side) - Remove
3. Rear Heater Duct (Right Side) - Remove
4. Access Panel - Remove
FUEL LINE INSPECTION
Inspection
1. Fuel Line - Inspect
USA and Canada models
Check the fuel system lines and hoses for damage, leaks, and deterioration.
Replace any damaged parts.
Check all clamps,
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NOTE:
Before doing this troubleshooting procedure, find out if the vehicle was
in a collision. If so, verify
that all the required components were replaced with new components of the
correct par
NOTE:
Before doing this troubleshooting procedure, find out if the vehicle was
in a collision. If so, verify that all the required components were replaced
with new components of the correct part
number, and that they were properly installed.
Before doing this troubleshooting procedure, revi