Filler Tube Replacement (2-Door Utility)

FILLER TUBE REPLACEMENT (2-DOOR UTILITY)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
3. Raise the vehicle.
4. Wipe the vent hose connection at the fuel tank and then disconnect the vent hose and clamp (1).




5. Wipe the fuel filler hose connection at the fuel tank and then disconnect the fuel filler hose and clamp (2).




6. Remove the filler pipe ground strap bolt (4).
7. Remove the fuel fill pipe to fill pipe housing attaching screws.
8. Remove the fuel fill and vent pipes and hoses.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the fuel fill and vent pipes and hoses to the fuel tank and the fill pipe housing.
- Tighten the vent hose clamp (1) to 1.7 N.m (15 lb in).
- Tighten the fuel fill hose clamp (2) to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




2. Connect the fill pipe ground strap to the frame with the bolt (4) and washer (3).

Tighten the ground strap bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).




3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Install the fuel fill pipe to fill pipe housing attaching screws.

Tighten the fuel fill pipe to fill pipe housing screws to 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).

5. Install the fuel filler cap.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Inspect for leaks.