Fuel filter for DC5S

[gmanych]

Hi, According to my service manual I need a fuel filter, Ive read my owner manual and it says:

"Replace fuel filter every 40,000KM (Except Australia and New Zealand)"

So why not Aus and NZ?
Do i not have to replace my fuel filter at all?

Honda want to charge over $ 380 for a service with fuel filter. Which I think is crap.

So whats the deal?

Thanks!!

[EVLGTR]

Hi, get your fuel pressure tested first. Filter should only be replaced when pressure drops a specified value of 320-370kpa (46-54psi)
$380!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, id tell Honda dealer/mechanics to shove it up there (glad this place isnt affiliated with H & HA) . i think thats a load of crap as well, you can replace a fuel filter in 3 or 4 easy steps

[Oz_Striker]

Hi, According to my service manual I need a fuel filter, Ive read my owner manual and it says:

"Replace fuel filter every 40,000KM (Except Australia and New Zealand)"

So why not Aus and NZ?
Do i not have to replace my fuel filter at all?

Honda want to charge over $ 380 for a service with fuel filter. Which I think is crap.

So whats the deal?

Thanks!!

Depends what else they are going to do in the service, is it just a general service with filters and oil so to speak? or are you having other stuff done? $380 is outragious if they are only changing the fuel filter and doing the general oil change and filter changes IMO.

[aaronng]

Usually it is a 80,000km interval for replacing the fuel filter. The quality of fuel here could be a bit better than overseas.

[gmanych]

Depends what else they are going to do in the service, is it just a general service with filters and oil so to speak? or are you having other stuff done? $380 is outragious if they are only changing the fuel filter and doing the general oil change and filter changes IMO.

oil (which I supply Mobil 1 5-30) oil filter, fuel filter. thats it!

[ECU-MAN]

DC5 does not use a regular fuel filter like the previous integras. and no its not 3 - 4 simple steps to replace either

fuel filter is in the fuel tank, its part of the fuel pump holder assembly and is ment to be replaced every 80,000km

[Mattski_VTIR]

^^^ well said, i have done quite a few of these now and not as simple as the older under bonnet style!! The Filter itself is not cheap either, but i think $380 is a bit rich especially when you are supplying your own oil. You could even attempt at doing it yourself, just make sure you have a good look at the assembly before pulling it apart. I have to do my brothers DC5S soon so i will take some pictures and post them up on the DIY section.

[WATAJK]

With the fuel filter... don't the rear seats have to be removed aswell from memory? lol..

[Mattski_VTIR]

With the fuel filter... don't the rear seats have to be removed aswell from memory? lol..

Yeah mate sure do!! Most of the k series hondas need a speacial tool to remove the plastic nut that seals the filter/pump assembly to the tank. The accord euro doesnt, just has 8mm bolts that holds it in, much easier. Because puting that plastic nut back on is a pain!!

[WATAJK]

Yeah mate sure do!! Most of the k series hondas need a speacial tool to remove the plastic nut that seals the filter/pump assembly to the tank. The accord euro doesnt, just has 8m bolts that holds it in, much easier. Because puting that plastic nut back on is a pain!!

I thought so, so obviously the comment below this is obviously incorrect... Doesn't amaze me.

Hi, get your fuel pressure tested first. Filter should only be replaced when pressure drops a specified value of 320-370kpa (46-54psi)
$380!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, id tell Honda dealer/mechanics to shove it up there (glad this place isnt affiliated with H & HA) . i think thats a load of crap as well, you can replace a fuel filter in 3 or 4 easy steps

[EVLGTR]

I thought so, so obviously the comment below this is obviously incorrect... Doesn't amaze me.

I happen to remove the fuel filter of my mates dc5s. removing the seats, accessing the panel and unlocking the locknut it just an easy step which you probably couldnt do & have to get your "auto electrician" to do that LOL... fuel filter is part of the fuel pump. once you open the lock nut, you're staring down at a fuel filter and remove that in order and re-install it in a reverse order (these are simple steps, for me that is)....which as usual i wouldnt be amaze if noobs like you couldnt do.

Once again, youve outdone yourself mate, i just dont know why you keep bumping my replies. if you dont hv much to say i suggest you stfu

[DC5-23NVI]

I happen to remove the fuel filter of my mates dc5s. removing the seats, accessing the panel and unlocking the locknut it just an easy step which you probably couldnt do & have to get your "auto electrician" to do that LOL... fuel filter is part of the fuel pump. once you open the lock nut, you're staring down at a fuel filter and remove that in order and re-install it in a reverse order (these are simple steps, for me that is)....which as usual i wouldnt be amaze if noobs like you couldnt do.

Once again, youve outdone yourself mate, i just dont know why you keep bumping my replies. if you dont hv much to say i suggest you stfu

EVLGTR is correct about how to replace dc5 fuel filter. it is under the seat. in the fuel tank. there is a big plastic lock nut u should be able to unlock by hand after remove the cover on top first. i did it myself and thought it was quite easy if u disconnect and connect everything else the way it origionally was. the fuel filter cost me $110 from honda. It was a bit of a pain in the arse because i did it at night but as long as u track back its pretty easy