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How to Replace the Fuel Filter
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gibby85
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Its gibby85. lol!
Decent how to though, glad to be of service... Even though i stole it!
Marshall-P
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Very interesting how to, thanks.
wj51fut
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I know this has been done before but i thought i would make a more comprehensive guide on how to replace the fuel filter.
First of all please remember that you are around a very flammable liquid so every precaution must be made to make this DIY safe.
1, Disconnect the battery
2. Have both doors and boot lid open at all times. (if this is not possible then having the windows open and boot lid should be OK)
3, Do not attempt this in an enclosed area e.g. Single Garage
4, No naked flames
If your unsure about ANY of the steps in this guide then please consult someone or take it to someone who knows what they are doing.
(Health and Safety over)
1, Make sure you have everything you need to do this DIY.
Car: Integra Type R!
Tools: Tap hammer or equivalent, 10mm spanner, 10mm ratchet, flat bladed screwdriver, small flat bladed screwdrivers, and a positive drive screwdriver. Some rags would help as well to soak up any excess fuel.
Fuel filter: Part number 16010-S5A-932. Make sure it comes with the two rubber 'O' rings
2, Open the car up, doors windows and boot lid. Pull back the Velcro from the rear seats.
3, In the centre of the seats will be a 10mm bolt. You can use the ratchet or spanner for this.
4, Pull the bench seat out from the front by tugging at the front of the seat upwards. It should just clip out.
5, This is what you should find.
6, Unscrew the four screws using your positive drive screwdriver and pull back silver plate.
7, Disconnect the plug.
8, Here is the fuel line from the filter to the engine. Squeeze the lighter parts together and pull the black piece away. **Caution! Fuel will come out**
9, Like so. Also notice there is a yellow paint mark which is on the tank and on the plastic collar.
10, Using a flat bladed screwdriver or something blunt and a hammer, GENTLY tap the collar ANTI-CLOCKWISE. This will be stiff and takes a while but do not rush and break it.
11, When taking the fuel unit out be careful not to damage the fuel level sender. I took mine out by pulling it up towards me then tilting it to the left (offside)
You should be left with this. Remember to put the plate back on to help keep the tank free from any contaminants.
12, Once you have got the unit out, place it on a hard surface (kitchen is good!) put it on a rag if need be.
13, Undo the pressure regulator fitting using a small screwdriver. Slide it towards you at the same time. **Caution! Fuel will come out**
14, Replace this 'O' ring with the one supplied. Be carefull as there are two different sizes
15, Disconnect the two plugs.
16, Un-clip the black Connector here as you need to unhook it from inside.
17, Then pull off the other fuel line in the same manner as the regulator and replace 'O' ring. **Caution! Fuel will come out**
18, Un-clip the main assembly by pulling them apart being careful not to break anything!
19, Change over the big rubber seal from the old filter to the new.
20, Take off fuel line clip and put on new filter. (i realised this afterwards as you can tell from the picture!)
21, Place all unwanted bits in a plastic bag and throw away.
22, Replace connector back into new filter.
23, Along with the other two.
24, Try and leave the cap on the filter to prevent contamination.
25, Try and squeeze the filter back into the tank. Put rubber seal in tank first then push filter into it. Seal has ridges in it.
26, Replace collar. Make sure you end up lining it up where it was before and make sure you put it on straight!
27, Re-connect fuel line.
28, Re-connect plug.
29, Make sure metal plate is lined up with its holes using the 'guides'
30, Should now look like this. And replace bench seat.
31, Re-connect battery.
32, Turn the car onto ignition but do not fire it up yet. Wait about 20-30 seconds for the fuel pump to 'Prime'. Once this is done turn the car on. It will sound like it's struggling for about 2 seconds then will fire up.
33, Check fuel gauge is working and that car is ticking over nicely. Check for any leaks. You can take the car for a quick drive too just to make sure everything is OK.
34, Wash down all tools as they will stink of fuel.
35, Put any clothes you were wearing in the wash too. 40 degrees should do it!
And your done.
This took me about 2 hours to do. As you can see you don't need much mechanical knowledge to do this but if you are unsure then PLEASE take it to a specialist or if your feeling flush take it to Honda and get it done.
Outcome: Whether it is a placebo or not, i would say that the car is smoother, more responsive, Torque has improved and is just better to drive. Exhaust note has changed too, for the better! I would say for 2 hours of your time and about £40 i would do it.
Adam
First of all please remember that you are around a very flammable liquid so every precaution must be made to make this DIY safe.
1, Disconnect the battery
2. Have both doors and boot lid open at all times. (if this is not possible then having the windows open and boot lid should be OK)
3, Do not attempt this in an enclosed area e.g. Single Garage
4, No naked flames
If your unsure about ANY of the steps in this guide then please consult someone or take it to someone who knows what they are doing.
(Health and Safety over)
1, Make sure you have everything you need to do this DIY.
Car: Integra Type R!
Tools: Tap hammer or equivalent, 10mm spanner, 10mm ratchet, flat bladed screwdriver, small flat bladed screwdrivers, and a positive drive screwdriver. Some rags would help as well to soak up any excess fuel.
Fuel filter: Part number 16010-S5A-932. Make sure it comes with the two rubber 'O' rings
2, Open the car up, doors windows and boot lid. Pull back the Velcro from the rear seats.
3, In the centre of the seats will be a 10mm bolt. You can use the ratchet or spanner for this.
4, Pull the bench seat out from the front by tugging at the front of the seat upwards. It should just clip out.
5, This is what you should find.
6, Unscrew the four screws using your positive drive screwdriver and pull back silver plate.
7, Disconnect the plug.
8, Here is the fuel line from the filter to the engine. Squeeze the lighter parts together and pull the black piece away. **Caution! Fuel will come out**
9, Like so. Also notice there is a yellow paint mark which is on the tank and on the plastic collar.
10, Using a flat bladed screwdriver or something blunt and a hammer, GENTLY tap the collar ANTI-CLOCKWISE. This will be stiff and takes a while but do not rush and break it.
11, When taking the fuel unit out be careful not to damage the fuel level sender. I took mine out by pulling it up towards me then tilting it to the left (offside)
You should be left with this. Remember to put the plate back on to help keep the tank free from any contaminants.
12, Once you have got the unit out, place it on a hard surface (kitchen is good!) put it on a rag if need be.
13, Undo the pressure regulator fitting using a small screwdriver. Slide it towards you at the same time. **Caution! Fuel will come out**
14, Replace this 'O' ring with the one supplied. Be carefull as there are two different sizes
15, Disconnect the two plugs.
16, Un-clip the black Connector here as you need to unhook it from inside.
17, Then pull off the other fuel line in the same manner as the regulator and replace 'O' ring. **Caution! Fuel will come out**
18, Un-clip the main assembly by pulling them apart being careful not to break anything!
19, Change over the big rubber seal from the old filter to the new.
20, Take off fuel line clip and put on new filter. (i realised this afterwards as you can tell from the picture!)
21, Place all unwanted bits in a plastic bag and throw away.
22, Replace connector back into new filter.
23, Along with the other two.
24, Try and leave the cap on the filter to prevent contamination.
25, Try and squeeze the filter back into the tank. Put rubber seal in tank first then push filter into it. Seal has ridges in it.
26, Replace collar. Make sure you end up lining it up where it was before and make sure you put it on straight!
27, Re-connect fuel line.
28, Re-connect plug.
29, Make sure metal plate is lined up with its holes using the 'guides'
30, Should now look like this. And replace bench seat.
31, Re-connect battery.
32, Turn the car onto ignition but do not fire it up yet. Wait about 20-30 seconds for the fuel pump to 'Prime'. Once this is done turn the car on. It will sound like it's struggling for about 2 seconds then will fire up.
33, Check fuel gauge is working and that car is ticking over nicely. Check for any leaks. You can take the car for a quick drive too just to make sure everything is OK.
34, Wash down all tools as they will stink of fuel.
35, Put any clothes you were wearing in the wash too. 40 degrees should do it!
And your done.
This took me about 2 hours to do. As you can see you don't need much mechanical knowledge to do this but if you are unsure then PLEASE take it to a specialist or if your feeling flush take it to Honda and get it done.
Outcome: Whether it is a placebo or not, i would say that the car is smoother, more responsive, Torque has improved and is just better to drive. Exhaust note has changed too, for the better! I would say for 2 hours of your time and about £40 i would do it.
Adam
wj51fut
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Thank you!
I had thought of using a block of wood but I used the screwdriver without a 'bit' in it so it was blunt. Was ok doing this job. Had to have a go myself!
wj51fut
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Cannot guarantee that but it would make sense IF the old filter was clogged. I noticed a smoother drive but it could have been a placebo.
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Adam can you tell me, is this the only fuel filter on the car? Meaning there isnt a cartridge fuel filter you can replace aswell??
Also is the fuel filter in the tank a lifetime filter?? Thank you
Also is the fuel filter in the tank a lifetime filter?? Thank you
wj51fut
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I'm not sure if it's a lifetime filter. Personally I would change it every 50-60k miles. Depends what fuel you are putting in it and how often you let it drain to the bottom! I think there is another small inline filter but don't know where it is. Engine bay would be my guess.
