Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair

Filler Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure

Note: Clean the fuel and evaporative emission (EVAP) connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting the lines in order the avoid possible system contamination.




1. Remove the fuel fill cap.
2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the fuel tank fill pipe bolts (1) from the fuel tank fill pipe housing.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




5. Remove the fuel tank fill pipe bolt (2) from the underbody side rail.
6. Disconnect and reposition the rear stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (Rear Suspension).




7. Loosen the fuel fill pipe hose clamp (1) at the fuel tank.
8. Separate the fuel fill pipe hose from the fuel tank.
9. Disconnect the vapor line recirculation line quick connect fitting (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).
10. Remove the fuel tank fill pipe.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the fuel tank fill pipe.
2. Install the fuel fill pipe hose to the fuel tank.
3. Connect the vapor line recirculation line quick connect fitting (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service (Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution)

4. Tighten the fuel fill pipe hose clamp (1) at the fuel tank and tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb in).




5. Install the fuel tank fill pipe bolt (2) to the underbody side rail and tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Install the fuel tank fill pipe bolts (1) to the fuel tank fill pipe housing and tighten to 1.5 Nm (13 lb in).
8. Refill the fuel tank.
9. Tighten the fuel fill cap.
10. Inspect for leaks.

1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 10 seconds.
2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
4. Inspect for fuel leaks.