Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair
FILLER TUBE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL 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.
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
CAUTION: Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in Service Precautions.
3. Raise the vehicle.
4. Drain the fuel from the vehicle. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure.
5. Loosen the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel tank.
6. Loosen the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel filler pipe.
7. Remove the fuel filler hose.
8. Disconnect the vapor recirculation line at the fuel filler pipe.
9. Remove the fuel filler pipe attaching screw (1) from the underbody.
10. Remove the fuel filler pipe attaching screws (3) from the filler pipe access panel.
11. 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 screws (3) to the filler pipe access panel.
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
3. Install the filler pipe attaching screw (1) to the underbody.
Tighten
Tighten the screw to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
4. Connect the vapor recirculation line at the fuel filler pipe.
5. Install the fuel filler hose.
6. Tighten the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel tank.
7. Tighten the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel filler pipe.
8. Ensure filler hose (4) is fully seated on the fuel tank port and the fuel filler pipe (2).
9. Ensure the clamp (1) is properly located on tank port between the bead (5) and the tank (3).
Tighten
Tighten the hose clamps to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Connect the negative battery cable.
12. Inspect for leaks.
12.1. Turn the ignition switch on for 2 seconds.
12.2. Turn the ignition switch off for 10 seconds.
12.3. Turn the ignition switch on.
12.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.