Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 496

Fig. 33: Checking Fuel Quick-Connect Fittings 

5. To prevent damage and keep foreign matter out, cover the disconnected connector and line ends with 

plastic bags (A). 

NOTE:

The retainer cannot be reused once it has been removed from the line. 
Replace the retainer when: 

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replacing the fuel rail.  

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replacing the fuel feed line.  

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replacing the fuel pump.  

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replacing the fuel filter.  

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replacing the fuel gauge sending unit.  

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it has been removed from the line.  

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it is damaged.  

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES Fuel Supply System - TSX

  

 

Fig. 34: Covering Fuel Quick-Connect Fittings With Plastic Bags 

FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING INSTALLATION 

1. Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt or damage, and clean it if needed. 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES Fuel Supply System - TSX

  

 

Fig. 35: Checking Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting 

2. Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the retainer is damaged, or after: 

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replacing the fuel rail.  

z

replacing the fuel feed line.  

z

replacing the fuel pump.  

z

replacing the fuel filter.  

z

replacing the fuel gauge sending unit.  

z

removing the retainer from the line.  

NOTE:

When replacing a retainer, use the same size and manufacturer.

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES Fuel Supply System - TSX

  

 

Fig. 36: Inserting A New Retainer Into The Connector 

3. Before connecting a new fuel tube/quick-connect fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer from the 

mating line. 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES Fuel Supply System - TSX