03 1.7 CTDI Civic Fuel Filter

pranay84 · 14th February 2011, 16:07

Hi,

I have intermittent power loss on my 03 plate 1.7 CTDI Civic.

I think it may be the fuel filter that needs changing.

Does anyone know where the fuel is located?

thanks.

spikeychops · 10th March 2011, 13:30

From what i've read online this morning, the fuel filter is a combined unit with the fuel pump, and is located inside the fuel tank...so replacing it sounds difficult and expensive.

I have a similar problem. My 2002 1.7 CDTI malfunction indicator light has just came on (bought the car 4 months ago) and the power level dropped to very low power, without being able to rev above about 2200 rpm.

I switched off, waited about 10 minutes, and power returned, but light stayed on...was ok for a mile or so, then revved hard and the problem returned (light stayed on all the time).

Lot's of people have been having the same problem looking at these forums. Not many posting solutions to the problem though unfortunately.

Some people are saying it might be a faulty turbo? Maybe that's your problem too?

GrantG · 13th March 2011, 19:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by spikeychops

From what i've read online this morning, the fuel filter is a combined unit with the fuel pump, and is located inside the fuel tank...so replacing it sounds difficult and expensive.

I have a similar problem. My 2002 1.7 CDTI malfunction indicator light has just came on (bought the car 4 months ago) and the power level dropped to very low power, without being able to rev above about 2200 rpm.

I switched off, waited about 10 minutes, and power returned, but light stayed on...was ok for a mile or so, then revved hard and the problem returned (light stayed on all the time).

Lot's of people have been having the same problem looking at these forums. Not many posting solutions to the problem though unfortunately.

Some people are saying it might be a faulty turbo? Maybe that's your problem too?

If yours is less than 7 years old and below 90k you will get this replaced by Honda under warranty. Look for the best (most friendly, helpful) Honda service centre and ask them if your car is above the warranty limits

Dbciv · 4th May 2011, 18:33

[QUOTE=spikeychops;828974]From what i've read online this morning, the fuel filter is a combined unit with the fuel pump, and is located inside the fuel tank...so replacing it sounds difficult and expensive.

I know this is an old thread but it might help others to know that the diesel fuel filter on the 1.7 is located on the right of the bulkhead - and requires the removal of the air filter box to access it. It should be replaced every 24k - and the trap at the bottom of the filter unit - drained annually. Make sure you fit new filter correct way round (bleed bolt to bulkhead) and squeeze bulb until it is solid(around 30 times) to refill filter - with fuel - after renewing to ensure car starts...
Straight forward job (although airbox is shoe-horned in). I also find it helps to unscrew the rear support bracket for the filter box (attached to the bulkhead) rather than pull the unit off its rubber mount. Unipart replacement is likely to cost circa £19. Bosch more...

Hope this helps someone...

Dbciv · 4th May 2011, 18:37

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goofy gorilla · 3rd February 2012, 21:19

[quote=Dbciv;878090]
Quote:

Originally Posted by spikeychops

From what i've read online this morning, the fuel filter is a combined unit with the fuel pump, and is located inside the fuel tank...so replacing it sounds difficult and expensive.

Quote:

Originally Posted by spikeychops

I know this is an old thread but it might help others to know that the diesel fuel filter on the 1.7 is located on the right of the bulkhead - and requires the removal of the air filter box to access it. It should be replaced every 24k - and the trap at the bottom of the filter unit - drained annually. Make sure you fit new filter correct way round (bleed bolt to bulkhead) and squeeze bulb until it is solid(around 30 times) to refill filter - with fuel - after renewing to ensure car starts...
Straight forward job (although airbox is shoe-horned in). I also find it helps to unscrew the rear support bracket for the filter box (attached to the bulkhead) rather than pull the unit off its rubber mount. Unipart replacement is likely to cost circa £19. Bosch more...

Hope this helps someone...

i hope and pray this my problem regarding power loss on acceleration..see my post

14th February 2011, 16:07	#1 (permalink)
pranay84 Join Date: 14th February 2011 Location: Leicester, UK Posts: 3 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	03 1.7 CTDI Civic Fuel Filter Hi, I have intermittent power loss on my 03 plate 1.7 CTDI Civic. I think it may be the fuel filter that needs changing. Does anyone know where the fuel is located? thanks.

4th May 2011, 18:33	#4 (permalink)
Dbciv Car: 2003 CTDi 5 door Join Date: 4th May 2011 Location: Skipton,UK Posts: 3 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	[QUOTE=spikeychops;828974]From what i've read online this morning, the fuel filter is a combined unit with the fuel pump, and is located inside the fuel tank...so replacing it sounds difficult and expensive. I know this is an old thread but it might help others to know that the diesel fuel filter on the 1.7 is located on the right of the bulkhead - and requires the removal of the air filter box to access it. It should be replaced every 24k - and the trap at the bottom of the filter unit - drained annually. Make sure you fit new filter correct way round (bleed bolt to bulkhead) and squeeze bulb until it is solid(around 30 times) to refill filter - with fuel - after renewing to ensure car starts... Straight forward job (although airbox is shoe-horned in). I also find it helps to unscrew the rear support bracket for the filter box (attached to the bulkhead) rather than pull the unit off its rubber mount. Unipart replacement is likely to cost circa £19. Bosch more... Hope this helps someone... Last edited by Dbciv; 4th May 2011 at 18:48.

4th May 2011, 18:37	#5 (permalink)
Dbciv Car: 2003 CTDi 5 door Join Date: 4th May 2011 Location: Skipton,UK Posts: 3 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Ooops! . Last edited by Dbciv; 4th May 2011 at 18:40. Reason: sorry duplicate posting

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10th March 2011, 13:30	#2 (permalink)
spikeychops Join Date: 10th March 2011 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 1 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	From what i've read online this morning, the fuel filter is a combined unit with the fuel pump, and is located inside the fuel tank...so replacing it sounds difficult and expensive. I have a similar problem. My 2002 1.7 CDTI malfunction indicator light has just came on (bought the car 4 months ago) and the power level dropped to very low power, without being able to rev above about 2200 rpm. I switched off, waited about 10 minutes, and power returned, but light stayed on...was ok for a mile or so, then revved hard and the problem returned (light stayed on all the time). Lot's of people have been having the same problem looking at these forums. Not many posting solutions to the problem though unfortunately. Some people are saying it might be a faulty turbo? Maybe that's your problem too?