Fuel Door Latch: Service and Repair

Fuel Fill Door Latch Replacement

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the rear bumper.

1. Remove these items:

- Left rear side trim panel Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area
- Left rear inner fender Service and Repair

2. From inside the vehicle, disconnect the actuator rod (A) from the fuel fill door latch (B).






3. Remove the fuel door latch (A).

1. Turn the latch 45 ° counterclockwise.

2. First pull out the end of the latch from the grommet (B).

3. Remove the latch from the fuel fill door adapter (C).





4. If necessary, remove the grommet (A) by releasing the tabs (B) from inside the vehicle.





5. Install the fuel door latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Install the grommet with the arrow mark on the grommet pointing up.
- Make sure the fuel fill door opens properly and locks securely.