Replacing The Fuel Pump In A 1991 Honda Civic Hatchback

To replace the fuel pump in a 1991 Honda Civic DX Hatchback, you will need to first lift the car and remove the back seats. Next, locate the metal cover and remove the bolts holding it in place. Once removed, you will need to disconnect the wiring connector, fuel line, and rubber hose. Finally, you can remove the old fuel pump and install the new one, following the reverse steps for assembly. It is important to note that working with fuel can be dangerous, so ensure there are no sources of smoke nearby to avoid the risk of fire or explosion.

Remove the back seat

To remove the back seat of a 1991 Honda Civic DX hatchback, you will need to firmly grab both ends of the seat and pull upwards, wiggling it as you do so. Take the seat out of the car to avoid damaging it. There are small latches on the front edge of the seat that you can use to help with this process.

Remove the pump cover

To remove the pump cover of your 1991 Honda Civic DX Hatchback, you will need a Phillips screwdriver and a 10 mm socket and ratchet.

First, locate the metal cover. You will see four bolts that hold it in place. Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove these bolts. Once the bolts are removed, tilt the cover out of the way to gain more access to the pump.

Now, before you can retrieve the pump, there are a few more items to remove. Slip off the boot that covers the wiring connector and then unplug the connector. Next, use pliers to remove the clamp on the rubber hose and disconnect the main fuel line. Finally, use the 10 mm socket and ratchet to unbolt the bracket.

At this point, you will be able to access and remove the pump.

Prepare the pump for removal

Once the cover is removed, there are a number of items you have to remove before the pump can be retrieved.

Slip off the boot that covers the wiring connector.

Unplug the connector.

Use pliers to remove the clamp on the rubber hose.

Disconnect the main fuel line. You will need to squeeze it to remove it.

Use the 10 mm socket and ratchet to unbolt the bracket.

Remove the strainer and replace the pump

Now that the pump is disconnected, grab it and pull it upwards. Make sure your drip pan is handy because the fuel strainer can drip fuel. Be careful not to drip any fuel while removing the pump strainer.

Once the fuel pump strainer is out, perform the following steps:

• Disconnect the top plug.
• Remove the strainer clamp.

The fuel pump is located inside the metal cylinder/canister.

Install the new pump and reinstall

Now that you've removed the old fuel pump, you are ready to install the new one.

Firstly, slide the new pump into place. Then, reconnect the plug and fuel strainer. Slide it back into the fuel tank opening. Bolt the bracket back in with the six screws to hold it in place.

Next, connect the fuel line and rubber hose. Plug the connector back in. Reattach the connector boot. Reattach the access cover with the five bolts. Finally, reinstall the back seat.

If you are having trouble with the bolts, it may be because they are rusted. This is a common issue, especially in older cars in colder climates. You may need to cut the bolts.

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