Filler Tube Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Drain the fuel tank below the level of the fuel filler hose. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the wheel house filler pipe opening cover (2).
4. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe ground wire bolt (4).




5. Remove the fuel filler pipe clamp.
6. Remove the fuel filler pipe (1).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the fuel filler pipe (1).
2. Install the fuel filler pipe clamp.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the fuel filler pipe clamp to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).




3. Install the fuel tank filler pipe ground wire attaching bolt (4).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

4. Install the wheel house filler pipe opening cover (2).
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Add fuel to the fuel tank.
7. Install the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
9. Inspect for fuel leaks.
9.1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
9.2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
9.3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
9.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
10. Install the fuel injector sight shield.