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2004 Acura 3.5RL

Removal & Installation (3.5RL)

2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Removal & Installation (3.5RL)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Acura MDX, 2001 Acura Integra, 2001 Acura 3.5RL, 2001 Acura 3.2TL, and 2001 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Release fuel system pressure. See INTEGRA & 3.5RL  under FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE. Remove rear seat cushion. Remove access floor panel. Disconnect fuel tank unit electrical connector and fuel lines. Remove fuel tank unit nuts and fuel tank unit. Remove fuel pump from tank unit. To install, reverse removal procedure. Install NEW base gasket under tank unit and fuel line retainer.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Filter & Fuel Pump (3.2CL & 3.2TL Shown; MDX Is Similar)
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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.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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