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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2007ELEMENT EX, 2.4 YH1, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALFUEL SYSTEMFUEL SUPPLY SYSTEMFUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING INSTALLATION

2007 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH1, Automatic

Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation

2007 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH1, AutomaticSECTION Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation

NOTE: Before you work on the fuel lines and fittings, read FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS .

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

Fig 1: Identifying Contact Area Of Line
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Insert a new retainer (A) into the connector (B) if the retainer is damaged, or after:
- replacing the fuel rail.
- replacing the fuel feed line.
- replacing the fuel pump.
- replacing the fuel filter.
- replacing the fuel gauge sending unit.
- removing the retainer from the line.
- replacing the EVAP purge line.
- replacing the EVAP canister.
- Use the same manufacturer retainer and the same size retainer when the replacing the retainer (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS ).
  
  Fig 2: Inserting Retainer Into Connector
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Before connecting a new fuel line/quick-connect fitting assembly (A), remove the old retainer from the mating line.

Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Assembly (1 Of 2)
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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.