Fuel Tank Unit Disassembly and Reassembly (2013-18): Disassembly

2015 Acura RDX AWDSECTION Disassembly

The fuel filter should be replaced whenever the fuel pressure drops below the specified value, after making sure that the fuel pump and the fuel pressure regulator are OK.

Fuel Pump/Fuel Gauge Sending Unit 

  1. Fuel Tank Unit - Remove
      1. Remove the fuel tank unit .
  2. Fuel Pump/Fuel Gauge Sending Unit - Remove
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    1. Remove the fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending unit) (A) from the fuel tank unit (fuel pump).
    NOTE: When removing the fuel gauge sending unit, be careful not to bend or twist it excessively.

    Fuel Pressure Regulator 

  3. Fuel Tank Unit - Remove
      1. Remove the fuel tank unit .
  4. Fuel Pressure Regulator - Remove
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    1. Remove the reservoir (A).
    NOTE: When removing the reservoir, be careful not to bend or twist the fuel gauge sending unit excessively

    2. Remove the bracket (B)

    3. Remove the fuel pressure regulator (C) and the backup ring (D).

    Fuel Filter 

  5. Fuel Tank Unit - Remove
      1. Remove the fuel tank unit .
  6. Fuel Filter - Remove
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    1. Remove the fuel filter set (A).
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When to See a Mechanic

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.