Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Quarter Panel At Fuel Pocket

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Position the pocket.

Fig 2: Filler Neck At Pocket

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Install the screws attaching the filler neck to the pocket.
Install the fuel cap.

Fig 3: Quarter Panel At Fuel 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 4: Fuel Filler Door At Quarter Panel

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Install the fuel filler door. Refer to Fuel Filler Door Replacement .

Fig 5: Fuel Door Release Cable At Pocket

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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 6: Rear Wheelhouse Liner Panel

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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.