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Fillpipe Restrictor: Service and Repair



REMOVAL

1. Drain the fuel into a suitable container by siphoning through the fuel hose at the supply line at the fuel reservoir connection.
2. Remove the three retainer screws that attach the filler pipe flange to the body fuel filler pipe housing.
3. Loosen the clamps that attach the filler pipe to the fuel filler hose and the fuel vent hose. Disconnect the hoses.
4. Loosen the clamp that attaches the filler pipe to the support bracket at the underbody flange (aft/axle only).
5. Remove the fuel filler pipe assembly by rotating it through the opening in the underbody below the body housing assembly.

INSTALLATION

1. Install the fuel filler pipe assembly by inserting it through the underbody opening and rotating it to butt the pipe flange against the body fuel filter pipe housing.
2. Attach the pipe flange to the body fuel filter pipe housing with three retaining screws. Tighten screws.
3. Tighten the clamps that attach the filler pipe to the support bracket at the underbody flange.
4. Connect the fuel filler hose and the fuel vent hose to the fuel filler assembly. Tighten the attaching clamps.
5. Fill the tank, install fuel filler cap and check all connections for leaks.
For torque values refer to SPECIFICATIONS.