Acura 17500-SD4-676 Fuel Tank

Emptying the fuel tank before starting makes the process much simpler. If your tank has a drain plug, use it. For tanks without a plug, siphon the fuel using a kit from any auto parts store, but never begin this process by putting fuel in your mouth. Start by taking off the fuel tank filler cap to ease pressure in the tank, and release fuel pressure in the system. Pull the negative battery cable out of its spot. Open up your fuel container nearby. Pull out the drain plug from the tank if there is one, or connect your siphoning equipment and suck the gas into your fuel can. Before you start the siphoning procedure in a Legend model's storage space, first take off the storage compartment cover and disconnect the fuel gauge and fuel pump connector. Lift the back of the vehicle and firmly set it on jackstands. Unplug and cut away all fuel hoses, plus any attachments. Place your floor jack below the fuel tank, with a wooden plank keeping the jack head away from the tank. Unfasten and turn down the bolts securing the fuel tank, then lower the tank enough to disconnect the power and fueling sending unit ground wire. For last, free the tank from its place, then putting it back in is just like taking it out.

Fuel tank or filler neck repairs must be performed by a professional experienced in this critical and potentially dangerous work, as explosive fumes may remain even after flushing and cleaning the fuel system and may cause ignition during repair. When the fuel tank is removed from the vehicle, it must not be put down somewhere where sparks, or open flames, could start fumes burning, and such attention has to be paid when garages contain natural gas type appliances, because the pilot light could explode the vehicle.