Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Acura RLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Transfer Fuel Pump Test
Special Tools RequiredΒ
Vacuum pump/gauge, 0-30 in.Hg, Snap-on YA4000A or equivalent, commercially available
NOTE:
If the fuel tank is full, drain the fuel (see FUEL TANK DRAININGΒ
).
- Remove the fuel tank unit (see FUEL PUMP/FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT REPLACEMENTΒ ).
- Disconnect the transfer tube (A), then connect a vacuum pump/gauge, 0-30 in.Hg, to the fuel tank unit.
- Connect the fuel pump 5P connector.
- Lower the fuel tank unit (A) into the fuel tank until the pick up screen is submerged in the fuel.
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
- From the INSPECTION MENU of the HDS, select Fuel Pump ON.
- Read the vacuum pump/gauge, 0-30 in.Hg. The vacuum should be 4.0 kPa (1.2 in.Hg, 30 mmHg).
- If the vacuum is OK, go to step 8.
- If the vacuum is out of specification, replace the fuel tank unit (see FUEL PUMP/FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT REPLACEMENTΒ ), then recheck the fuel vacuum.
- Connect a vacuum pump/gauge, 0-30 in.Hg, to the transfer tube.
- Apply vacuum to the transfer tube.
- If the vacuum holds, replace the fuel tank (see FUEL TANK REPLACEMENTΒ ).
- If the vacuum does not hold, the transfer fuel pump and the transfer tube are OK.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
