Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Fuel Tank Filler Hose Replacement



Fuel Tank Filler Hose Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Clean all the fuel pipe and hose connections and the surrounding areas before disconnecting in order to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.
2. Drain the fuel below the level of the filler tube and hose assembly. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining.
3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.




4. Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp at the fuel tank.
5. Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp at the fuel fill pipe.
6. Remove the fuel fill hose and the hose clamps.
7. Cap the fuel tank opening.

Installation Procedure




1. Uncap the fuel tank opening.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the fuel fill hose and the hose clamps to the fuel fill pipe.

Tighten the hose clamps to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Refill the fuel system.