Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair

Filler Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the fuel filler cap.
2. Drain the fuel tank below the level of the fuel filler hose. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining.




3. Remove the bolts securing the fuel filler tube to the body.
4. Remove the right rear wheel.
5. Remove the right rear wheelhouse liner.




6. Remove the fuel filler tube brace bolt.




7. Disconnect the fuel filler hose (1) from the fuel tank.
8. Disconnect the filler vent tube (2) from the evaporative emission (EVAP) hose.
9. Remove the fuel filler tube from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Position the fuel filler tube to the vehicle.






Notice: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Notice.

2. Connect the filler hose (1) to the fuel tank.

Tighten the fuel filler tube hose clamp (3) to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).

3. Connect the filler vent tube (2) to the EVAP hose.






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the fuel filler tube brace bolt.

Tighten the fuel filler tube brace bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




5. Install the bolts securing the fuel filler tube to the body.

Tighten the fuel filler tube bolts to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).

6. Install the right rear wheelhouse liner.
7. Install the right rear wheel.
8. Add fuel to the fuel tank.
9. Inspect for fuel leaks.
10. Install the fuel filler cap.