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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA20043.5RLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEREMOVE, OVERHAUL & INSTALLENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONFUEL SYSTEMFUEL TANK (3.2TL)REMOVAL
2004 Acura 3.5RL

FUEL TANK (3.2tl): Removal

2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Removal
  1. Relieve the fuel pressure. See RSX, 3.2CL & 3.2TL .
  2. Remove the fuel fill cap.
  3. Drain the fuel tank: Remove the fuel tank unit. Using a hand pump, hose and container suitable for gasoline, draw the fuel from the fuel tank.
    4. Fig 1: Access Panel and Fuel Tank Connector
    G00563621Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the spare tire lid, and the access panel (A) from the floor. Disconnect the fuel tank 5P connector (B).
  5. Loosen the rear wheel nuts slightly, then raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the rear wheels.
  6. Release the parking lever fully.
  7. Remove the catalytic converter.
    8. Fig 2: Fuel Pipe, Tubes And Components
    G00563622Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Remove the fuel pipe cover (A).
  9. Disconnect the fuel fill neck tube (B), the fuel tank vapor recirculation tube (C) and the fuel tank vapor signal tube (D) from the fuel fill pipes (E).
    10. Fig 3: Connecting Hoses And Holders
    G00563623Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Disconnect the fuel tank vapor vent tube (A) and the quick-connect fittings (B).
  11. Disconnect the hose (C).
  12. Remove the hose from the pipe holder (D).
  13. Disconnect the hose (E) from the EVAP two way valve (F).
  14. Remove the pipe holder (G).
    15. Fig 4: Wheel Sensor 2P Connectors
    G00563624Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  15. If the vehicle has ABS, disconnect the wheel sensor 2P connectors (A) if not, go to step 16.
    16. Fig 5: Stabilizer Bar With Torque Specifications and Heat Shield
    G00563625Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  16. Remove the stabilizer bar (A), the heat shield (B) and the parking brake cable bracket (C).
    17. Fig 6: Caliper Components With Torque Specifications
    G00563626Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  17. Remove the bolt (A), two caliper bolts (B) and caliper body (C).
    18. Fig 7: Caliper Body and Damper Spring
    G00563627Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  18. Hook the caliper body (A) to the damper spring (B) with a wire.
  19. Remove the parking brake cable. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (3.2TL) .
    20. Fig 8: Flange Bolt With Torque Specifications
    G00563628Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  20. Remove the flange bolt (A).
    21. Fig 9: Rear Suspension Sub-Frame Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G00563629Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  21. Place a jack, or support, under the rear suspension sub frame. Remove the mounting bolts (A). Remove the rear suspension sub frame.
    22. Fig 10: Fuel Tank Bolts, Straps and Clip
    G00563630Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  22. Remove the bolts (A), and the fuel tank straps (B).
  23. Remove the lines from the fuel line clip (C).
  24. Lift the fuel tank out of the sub frame.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.