Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair

FILLER TUBE REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

NOTE: Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open pipes and passages.

IMPORTANT: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.




1. Remove the fuel fill cap.
2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure.
3. Remove the fuel filler pipe retainers from the fuel filler pipe access panel.




4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
5. Loosen the fuel filler hose clamps at the fuel tank and fuel fill tube.
6. Remove the fuel filler hose.




7. Remove the fuel filler pipe attaching screw from the under body.
8. Remove the fuel filler pipe.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the fuel filler pipe.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the fuel filler pipe attaching screw to the under body.

Tighten
Tighten the fuel filler pipe attaching screw to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




3. Install the fuel filler hose.
4. Position the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel tank and fuel fill tube.

Tighten
Tighten the fuel tank filler hose clamps to 3 N.m (27 lb in).




5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Install the fuel filler pipe retainers to the fuel filler pipe access panel.
7. Install the fuel filler cap.