Civic EX Sedan L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (2001)
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
DIAGNOSIS
1.
Connect the HDS to the DLC (data link connector), and check for DTCs.
Is DTC P1457 stored?
Yes - Clear the DTC, then go to step 2.
No - This service bulletin does not apply; continue with normal troubleshooting.
2.
Follow the HDS screen prompts, and do the EVAP Function Test.
Did the EVAP solenoid valve pass the test?
Yes - This service bulletin does not apply; continue with normal troubleshooting.
No - If you're working on a Civic, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A. If you're working on a CR-V, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
1.
Relieve the fuel pressure:
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Refer to the Fuel and Emissions section of the appropriate service manual, or
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Online, enter keywords FUEL PRESSURE, and select Fuel Pressure Relieving from the list.
2.
Drain the fuel, then remove the fuel tank:
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Refer to the Fuel and Emissions section of the appropriate service manual, or
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Online, enter keyword TANK, and select Fuel Tank Replacement from the list.
3.
Remove the EVAP solenoid valve:
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Remove pressure sensor tube B; it will be reused.
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Remove fuel vent tube B; it will not be reused.
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Disconnect fuel vent tube C from the EVAP solenoid valve. The tube will be reused.
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Disconnect the 2P connector from the EVAP solenoid valve.