Removal Procedure
Notice: 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.
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Draining
.
- Remove the fuel fill pipe to fuel fill pocket bolts.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the fuel fill pipe shield retainers.
- Remove the fuel fill pipe shield.
- Remove the fuel fill pipe bracket bolt (1).
- Disconnect the fuel fill pipe vapor recirculation pipe (2) quick connect fitting from the fuel tank vapor recirculation hose (3). Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp (5) at the fuel tank.
- Remove the fuel fill hose from the fuel tank (4).
- Remove the fuel fill pipe assembly.
Installation Procedure
- Install the fuel fill pipe assembly.
- Install the fuel fill hose to the fuel tank (4).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Tighten the fuel fill hose clamp (5) at the fuel tank.
Tighten
Tighten the clamp to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
- Connect the fuel fill pipe vapor recirculation pipe (2) quick connect fitting to the fuel tank vapor recirculation hose (3). Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Install the fuel fill pipe bracket bolt (1).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install the fuel fill pipe shield.
- Install the fuel fill pipe shield retainers.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the fuel fill pipe to fuel fill pocket bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
- Refill the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel fill cap.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.