Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair
FUEL TANK FILLER PIPEExploded View
106L (28 Gal) Fuel Tank (Part 1):
106L (28 Gal) Fuel Tank (Part 2):
127L (33.5 Gal) Fuel Tank (Part 1):
127L (33.5 Gal) Fuel Tank (Part 2):
Removal and Installation
WARNING:
- Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
- Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
- When handling fuel, always observe fuel handling precautions and be prepared in the event of fuel spillage. Spilled fuel may be ignited by hot vehicle components or other ignition sources. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
- Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Remove the fuel tank filler cap.
4. Remove the 3 fuel tank filler pipe-to-body screws.
5. Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe vent tube-to-fuel tank pressure sensor and vapor tube assembly quick connect coupling.
6. Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe vapor tube from the evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister fresh air tube.
7. Loosen the hose clamp and disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe hose-to-fuel tank.
8. Remove the 2 fuel tank filler pipe support brackets-to-frame bolts.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
9. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe assembly.
10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.