Removal and Replacement

Fuel Filler Pipe

REMOVAL

WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.

CAUTION: Be careful not to spill fuel.

1. Release the fuel pressure.
2. Drain fuel.
3. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
4. Open the fuel filler lid, and remove the filler cap.
5. Turn the fuel filler pipe protector in the direction of the arrow to unlock and remove it.






6. Remove the rear wheel RH.
7. Lift up the vehicle.
8. Remove the rear mud guard RH.
9. Remove the rear sub frame.
10. Disconnect the fuel filler hose (A) and circulate hose (B) from the fuel filler pipe assembly.






11. Disconnect the evaporation hose (A) from fuel filler pipe assembly and remove the bolts and nuts securing the fuel filler pipe assembly to the vehicle body.






12. Remove the fuel filler pipe assembly from the underside of the vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1. Open the fuel filler lid.
2. Insert the fuel filler pipe assembly into the rubber saucer from inside of the rear fender.
3. Install the fuel filler pipe assembly to the vehicle body and connect the evaporation hose (A) to the fuel filler pipe assembly.

Tightening torque: 7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf.m, 5.5 ft.lb)






4. Align the cutout on the fuel filler pipe protector and the protrusion of the neck holder and insert them all the way, and then turn the fuel filler pipe protector in the direction of the arrow until it is locked.






5. Securely insert the fuel filler hose (A) and circulate hose (B) to the spool, then attach the clamp or clip as shown in the figure.

Tightening torque: 2.5 N.m (0.3 kgf.m, 1.8 ft.lb)










6. Install the rear sub frame.
7. Install the rear mud guard RH.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Install the rear wheel RH.

Tightening torque: 120 N.m (12.2 kgf.m, 88.5 ft.lb)

10. Connect the battery ground terminal.
11. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.