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With SH-AWD

  1. Remove the rear seat cushion (see REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Remove the access panel (A) from the right side of the floor.
    Fig 1: Identifying Access Panel And Fuel Tank Unit 4P Connector (With SH-AWD)
    G08069818Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the secondary fuel gauge sending unit 4P connector (B).
  4. Remove the secondary fuel gauge sending unit from the fuel tank .
  5. Measure the resistance between the No. 1 and No. 3 terminals of the secondary fuel gauge sending unit 4P connector with the float at E (EMPTY), 1/2 (HALF FULL), and F (FULL) positions.
    Float Position F 6.9 in (176.1 mm) 1/2 1.3 in (33.3 mm) E 1.1 in (27.8 mm)
    Resistance (Ω) 9 to 11 453.2 to 444.2 453.2 to 444.2
    NOTE: Remove the No. 15 BACK UP (10 A) fuse from the under-hood fuse/relay box for at least 10 seconds after completing troubleshooting, otherwise it may take up to 20 minutes for the fuel gauge to indicate the correct fuel level.
    Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between No. 1 And No. 3 Terminals Of Fuel Tank Unit 4P Connector With Float Positions
    G08069819Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.