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Without the HDS

  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system (if equipped) then write down the customer's radio station and XM radio channel presets.
  2. Remove the left kick panel (see step 2 in TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS ), then remove PGM-FI main relay 2 (FUEL PUMP) (A) from the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
    Fig 1: Removing PGM-FI Main Relay 2 (Fuel Pump)
    G03704562Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Start the engine, and let it idle until it stalls.
    NOTE: If any DTCs are stored, clear and ignore them.
  4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  5. Remove the fuel fill cap.
  6. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
  7. Remove the quick-connect fitting cover (A).
    Fig 2: Removing Quick-Connect Fitting Cover
    G03704563Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Check the fuel quick-connect fitting for dirt, and clean it if needed.
  9. Place a rag or shop towel over the quick-connect fitting (A).
    Fig 3: Placing Rag Or Shop Towel Over Quick-Connect Fitting
    G03704564Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting (A): Hold the connector (B) with one hand, and squeeze the retainer tabs (C) with the other hand to release them from the locking tabs (D). Pull the connector off.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the line (E) or other parts.
    • Do not use tools.
    • If the connector does not move, keep the retainer tabs pressed down, and alternately pull and push the connector until it comes off easily.
    • Do not remove the retainer from the line; once removed, the retainer must be replaced with a new one.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Quick-Connect Fitting
    G03704565Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. After disconnecting the quick-connect fitting, check it for dirt or damage (see step 4 in FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING REMOVAL  .
  12. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery and do the following items:
    • Power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT ).
    • Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's radio station and XM radio channel presets.
    • Set the clock.