Removal Procedure

The electronically operated fuel filler door can be manually opened from inside the rear trunk by pulling on the manual release cable located behind the stowage compartment support trim.

Fig 1: Fuel Door Release Cable At Pocket
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1. Open the fuel door and remove the jam nut from the actuator cable.
Fig 2: Rear Wheelhouse Liner Panel
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2. Remove the drivers side rear tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the wheelhouse liner panel for cable installation access.
Fig 3: Trim Panel At Rear Compartment
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4. Reposition the seat for better access.
5. Remove the trim panel from the rear compartment support.
Fig 4: Rear Side Trim Panel Removed
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6. Remove the rear side trim panel.
7. Reposition the carpet away from the wheel house.
Fig 5: Fuel Door Release Cable At Pocket
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8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the actuator.
9. Remove the nut attaching the actuator.
10. Remove the actuator.