Honda Accord 2008 Manual page 693

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Fuel Supply System
Fuel Tank Unit Removal and Installation (cont'd)
Installation
1. Temporarily attach a new base gasket (A) to the
fuel tank unit (B), then insert the fuel tank unit
partially into the fuel tank.
NOTE:
• Be careful not to damage the new base gasket.
• Be careful not to bend the fuel gauge sending
unit.
• Do not coat the base gasket with oil.
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2. Transfer the base gasket (A) from the fuel tank unit
to the fuel tank.
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A
3. Align the marks (B) on the fuel tank and fuel tank
unit, then insert the fuel tank unit into the fuel tank
until the fuel tank unit rests on top of the base
gasket.
NOTE: To avoid a fuel leak, check the base gasket,
visually or by hand, to make sure it is not pinched.
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A
B
4. Using the special tool, tighten a new locknut (A)
with a new locknut plate (B) to the specified torque.
NOTE:
• After tightening, make sure the marks are still
aligned.
• After installation, check the base gasket, visually
or by hand, to make sure it is not pinched.
B
5. Connect the fuel tank unit 4P connector, then
connect the quick-connect fitting.
6. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery, and
turn the ignition switch to ON (II) (but do not
operate the starter motor). The fuel pump will run
for about 2 seconds, and fuel pressure rises.
Repeat this two or three times, then check that
there is no leakage in the fuel supply system.
7. Install the access panel.
8. Install the rear seat cushion (see page 20-224).
9. Install the fuel fill cap.
A
70 N·m
(7.1 kgf·m, 51 lbf·ft)
B
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