Installation Procedure

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Position the pocket

Fig 1: Positioning Pocket
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Install the screws attaching the filler neck to the pocket
Install the fuel cap

Fig 2: Installing Screws Attaching Filler Neck To Pocket
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the bolts attaching the fuel pocket.
Tighten

Tighten the fuel filler pocket bolts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

Fig 3: Installing Bolts Attaching Fuel Pocket
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Install the fuel filler door. Refer to FUEL FILLER DOOR REPLACEMENT .

Fig 4: Fuel Filler Door
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Install the nut attaching the fuel door release cable to the pocket.
Tighten

Tighten the release cable nut to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

Fig 5: Installing Nut Attaching Fuel Door Release Cable To Pocket
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Install the wheelhouse liner panel with the upper outer attaching bolt.
Install the remaining upper bolts.
Position the lower front corner of the wheelhouse liner panel behind the door opening finish panel and install the attaching bolt.
Install the remaining wheelhouse liner panel bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the wheelhouse liner panel bolts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Install the rear tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.

Fig 6: Wheelhouse Liner Panel
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