Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair

FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE







Exploded View

Removal and Installation

WARNING:
- Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
- Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
- The evaporative emissions system contains fuel vapor and condensed fuel vapor. Although not present in large quantities, it still presents the danger of explosion or fire. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery to minimize the possibility of an electrical spark occurring, and possibly causing a fire or explosion if fuel vapor or liquid fuel are present in the area. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
- Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before repairing or disconnecting any of the fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel causing personal injury or a fire hazard.
- The fuel in the tank may be pressurized. Remove the fuel tank cap slowly. If a hissing sound is heard, wait until the condition stops before removing the fuel tank filler cap. If these precautions are not followed, fuel may spray and cause personal injury.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Release the fuel system pressure.
3. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
4. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
5. Remove the 3 fuel tank filler pipe retaining screws.
6. Disconnect the rear wheel splash shield.







7. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe vapor tube from the fuel door pocket.







8. Remove the 3 nuts and the fuel tank filler pipe heat shield.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).







9. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe bracket retaining nut.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

10. Release the 2 fuel tank filler pipe vapor tube retaining clips.
11. Release the clamp and disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe hose from the fuel tank.
- To install, tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).

12. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe assembly from the vehicle.
13. To install, reverse the removal procedure.