05 TSX Change fuel filter - Acura Forum

let_her_flicker · 07-09-08, 10:06 PM

Was wondering if anyone has changed fuel filter and know its location? Does it change like any other fuel filter or are there special considerations? Thanks in advance.

redlight_005 · 07-09-08, 11:22 PM

Is there a reason why you're changing it so early?

redlight_005 · 07-10-08, 04:52 PM

It should be pretty straightforward also. I believe its in the trunk area, remove the trunk floor, and then there's an access cover. Take the cover off and then you will see the top of the sending unit. Take it out from the top and the filter will be attached right underneath it.

let_her_flicker · 07-10-08, 10:31 PM

Is there a certain mileage that I should change it? Is Acura different? I have always changed fuel filters between 35,000 and 45,000 miles. I have never had to replace a fuel pump. Maybe I am lucky but I believe a fuel pump that has to work harder because of a dirty fuel filter will wear out earlier. Maybe I am wrong. It has just been my experience.

Redlight I want to thank for the explicit instructions. Thanks so much. BTW is there a special procedure to relieve pressure from the fuel system?

redlight_005 · 07-11-08, 12:15 AM

I think all you have to do to relieve the pressure would be to unscrew your fuel cap. You're right on the dirty filter, but unless you know you had really bad gas, I havent worried about it. Good luck!

07-09-08, 10:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
let_her_flicker Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: eastern shore of md Age: 53 Posts: 6 Car 1: acura tsx Car 2: expedition	05 TSX Change fuel filter Was wondering if anyone has changed fuel filter and know its location? Does it change like any other fuel filter or are there special considerations? Thanks in advance.

07-09-08, 11:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
redlight_005 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New York Posts: 607 Your Mood: Car 1: 04 CG 6sp TSX No nav Car 2: 02 Camaro SS Car 3: 05 GSXR 600	Is there a reason why you're changing it so early? __________________ 2004 Carbon Gray Pearl TSX 6sp Man. Body kit Spoiler Fog lights Trunk tray All weather floor mats Blue LED lighting Cargo net Debadged 20% tint Comptech titanium strut tower bar Comptech rear sway bar

07-10-08, 04:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
redlight_005 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New York Posts: 607 Your Mood: Car 1: 04 CG 6sp TSX No nav Car 2: 02 Camaro SS Car 3: 05 GSXR 600	It should be pretty straightforward also. I believe its in the trunk area, remove the trunk floor, and then there's an access cover. Take the cover off and then you will see the top of the sending unit. Take it out from the top and the filter will be attached right underneath it. __________________ 2004 Carbon Gray Pearl TSX 6sp Man. Body kit Spoiler Fog lights Trunk tray All weather floor mats Blue LED lighting Cargo net Debadged 20% tint Comptech titanium strut tower bar Comptech rear sway bar

07-11-08, 12:15 AM	#5 (permalink)
redlight_005 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New York Posts: 607 Your Mood: Car 1: 04 CG 6sp TSX No nav Car 2: 02 Camaro SS Car 3: 05 GSXR 600	I think all you have to do to relieve the pressure would be to unscrew your fuel cap. You're right on the dirty filter, but unless you know you had really bad gas, I havent worried about it. Good luck! __________________ 2004 Carbon Gray Pearl TSX 6sp Man. Body kit Spoiler Fog lights Trunk tray All weather floor mats Blue LED lighting Cargo net Debadged 20% tint Comptech titanium strut tower bar Comptech rear sway bar

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07-10-08, 10:31 PM	#4 (permalink)
let_her_flicker Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: eastern shore of md Age: 53 Posts: 6 Car 1: acura tsx Car 2: expedition	Is there a certain mileage that I should change it? Is Acura different? I have always changed fuel filters between 35,000 and 45,000 miles. I have never had to replace a fuel pump. Maybe I am lucky but I believe a fuel pump that has to work harder because of a dirty fuel filter will wear out earlier. Maybe I am wrong. It has just been my experience. Redlight I want to thank for the explicit instructions. Thanks so much. BTW is there a special procedure to relieve pressure from the fuel system?

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