Fuel Filler Door Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .

2.

Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

3.

Remove the fuel filler door. Refer to: Fuel Filler Door .

4.

Remove the bolt and pull the fuel tank filler pipe from the fuel filler door assembly.
Torque

: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)

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5.

Unseat the fuel filler door assembly boot from inside the wheel opening.

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6.

NOTE: Clearance is limited. When all four clips release, the housing can be rotated.

Rotate the housing.

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7.

Pull the housing away from the vehicle and remove.

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