2012 Honda Fit Base, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Tank Replacement

NOTE: When you replacing the fuel tank with a new one, make sure you remove the ring pull upwards after you confirm the connection is secure. (See Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation )
  1. Relieve the fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING  ).
  2. Drain the fuel tank (see FUEL TANK DRAINING  ).
  3. Reinstall the fuel tank unit without connecting the fuel tank unit 4P connector and the quick-connect fitting (feed line) (see FUEL TANK UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  ).
  4. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
  5. Remove the fuel tank guard (A), and the fuel tank protector (B).
    Fig 1: Fuel Tank Guard & Fuel Tank Protector With Torque Specifications
    G05953176Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Except LX (A/T model): Remove the fuel tank cover (A).
    Fig 2: Fuel Tank Cover With Torque Specifications
    G05953177Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. LX (A/T model): Remove the floor under cover assembly (A).
    Fig 3: Floor Under Cover Assembly With Torque Specifications
    G05953178Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Remove the front floor cross beam (A), and the tank mount bracket (B).
    Fig 4: Front Floor Cross Beam & Tank Mount Bracket With Torque Specifications
    G05953179Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Disconnect the fuel fill hose (A), and the quick-connect fitting (fuel suction tube) (B).
    Fig 5: Identifying Fuel Fill Hose & Quick-Connect Fitting (Fuel Suction Tube)
    G05953180Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Disconnect the fuel tank vapor control valve hose (A).
    Fig 6: Identifying Fuel Tank Vapor Control Valve Hose
    G05953181Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (A), then remove the strap bolts (B).
    Fig 7: Fuel Tank & Strap Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G05953182Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Remove the fuel tank.
  13. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE: When you replacing the fuel tank with a new one, make sure you remove the ring pull upwards after you confirm the connection is secure. (See Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation )
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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.

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