Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Removing/Installing Fuel Fill Pipe Housing

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Remove the fuel fill cap.
Remove the fuel fill pipe housing.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Fill Pipe Bracket Nuts

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Remove the fuel fill pipe bracket nuts (2).
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Fuel Fill Pipe Ground Strap Bolt

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Remove the fuel fill pipe ground strap bolt (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Pipe/Hose Components

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Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp (8).
Separate the fuel hose (9) from the fuel fill pipe (7).
Cap the open end of the fuel fill hose (9).