Fuel Door Latch: Service and Repair

Fuel Fill Door Latch Replacement




1. Remove these items:
- Rear side trim panel
- Third row seat belt retractor, with power sliding door
- Quarter plastic cover, as necessary

2. Turn the fuel fill door latch (A) 90 °. and remove it.




3. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Apply multipurpose grease to each location indicated by the arrows.
- Make sure the fuel fill door opens properly and locks securely.
- Check the operation of the sliding door; verify that the left sliding door locks when the fuel filler door release is pulled.




4. Check that the fuel fill door fits flush against the body. If necessary, adjust it.
5. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts and around the hinges.