Accord EX Coupe V6-3.0L (2001)
Fuel Line Coupler: Service and Repair
Fuel Tube/Quick-Connect Fittings Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the fuel fill cap.
3. Relieve fuel pressure.
4. Check the fuel quick-connect fittings for dirt, and clean them if necessary.
5. Hold the connector (A) with one hand, and squeeze the retainer tabs (B) with the other hand to release the tabs from the locking pawls (C). Pull the
connector off.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the line (D) or other parts.
Do not use tools.
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If the connector does not move, keep the retainer tabs pressed down, and alternately pull and push the connector until it comes off easily.
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Do not remove the retainer from the line; once removed, the retainer must be replaced with a new one.
6. Check the contact area (A) of the line (B) for dirt and damage.
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If the surface is dirty, clean it.
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If the surface is rusty or damaged, replace the fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel feed line and fuel return line.
7. To prevent damage and keep foreign matter out, cover the disconnected connector and line end with plastic bags (A).
NOTE: