Acura 17044-STX-A00 Fuel Gas Tank

Vehicle fuel tanks are plastic and unrepairable. Their removal and cleaning should be handled by professionals due to the risk of explosive fumes. Even after cleaning, these fumes can linger. Removed tanks should be kept away from sparks or open flames, especially in garages with gas appliances, to prevent explosions.

Remove the fuel tank filler cap to relieve the fuel tank pressure. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel pump/fuel level sending unit module. If the fuel tank is empty or nearly empty, it's not necessary to siphon the remaining fuel from the tank. But if there is a lot of fuel in the tank, remove the fuel pump/fuel level sending unit and siphon out the remaining fuel through the fuel pump mounting hole in the tank. Raise the vehicle and place it securely on jackstands. Remove the rear part of the exhaust system. On 4WD models, remove the driveshaft. Remove the fuel tank rock guard mounting bolts ornuts and remove the rock guard. On 2001 and 2002 Acura and 2003 and 2004 Honda models, disconnect the quick-connect fittings for the fuel supply and return lines. Be sure to cover the ends of the fuel line fitting(s) with plastic bags to prevent dirt and moisture from contaminating the fuel system. On 2003 and later Acura and 2005 and later Honda models disconnect the fuel supply line quick-connect fitting. Disconnect the EVAP hose that connects the fuel tank to the EVAP canister. Disconnect the fuel filler neck hose. Disconnect the EVAP hose located above the filler neck hose. Support the fuel tank. Remove the fuel tank retaining strap bolts and remove the straps. Carefully lower the fuel tank. If you're cleaning the fuel tank, this would be a good time to inspect and clean the inlet strainer for the fuel pump/fuel level sending unit module. Installation is the reverse of removal. Be sure to tighten the fuel tank strap bolts securely. When you're done, reconnect the cable to the negative battery terminal, then start the engine and check for fuel leaks.