Fuel Tank Replacement - Honda Civic 2002-2003 Service Manual

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Fuel Tank Replacement
,. Relieve the fuel pressure (see page "-'44).
2. Drain the fuel tank: Remove the fuel pump (see page"-' 53). Using a hand pump, hose, and container suitable for
gasoline, draw the fuel from the fuel tank.
3. Jack up the vehicle, and support it with safety stands.
4. Remove the fuel pipe cover (A). Disconnect the fuel vapor hose and quick-connect fittings.
Disconnect the hoses. Slide back the clamps (8), then twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.
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A
5. Place a jack or other support under the tank.
6. Remove the strap bolts, and let the strap
(e)
hang free.
38N·m
(3.9 kgf.m, 28Ibf·ft)
7. Remove the fuel tank (0). If
it
sticks to the undercoat on its mount, carefully pry it off the mount.
8. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
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