Fuel Door Release Cable: Service and Repair

Fuel Fill Door Opener Cable Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations Locations and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.
- Take care not to kink the opener cable.

1. Remove these items:

- Rear seat Rear Seat Removal/Installation
- B-pillar lower trim, driver's side Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Pillar Areas
- Rear side trim panel, left side Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area
- Fuel fill door opener Service and Repair

2. Pull back the carpet as needed.

3. Remove the cushion tape (A), and remove the fuel fill door opener cable (B) from the clips (C, D). Detach the clip (E) with a clip remover.






4. Remove the fuel fill door latch (A) from the body by turning it 90 °.






5. Install the opener cable in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Align the marks (A) on the opener cable (B) with the cable clips (C) as shown.
- Route the opener cable under the hood opener cable (D) and the floor wire harness (E).
- Replace any damaged clips, and replace the cushion tape.
- Make sure the fuel fill door opens properly and locks securely.