Fuel Tank Filler Pipe: Removal

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

Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
NOTE: If the fuel tank is completely full, this step will lower the fuel level to the fuel tank inlet.

NOTE: The supplemental refueling adapter is located in the luggage compartment.
- Install the supplemental refueling adapter and a length of semi-rigid fuel drain tube into the Easy Fuel (capless) fuel tank filler pipe.
- Attach the Fuel Storage Tanker to the fuel drain tube and drain as much fuel as possible from the Easy Fuel (capless) fuel tank filler pipe, lowering the fuel level below the fuel tank inlet spout.
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Remove the bolts and the rear LH wheel.
Torque: 98 lb.ft (133 Nm)

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NOTE: Take extra care when handling the component.

Remove the retainers and position aside the LH rear wheel splash shield.

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Disconnect the quick release couplings and position aside the vapor tubes. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .

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- Disconnect the quick release couplings. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
- Disconnect the fuel vapor tube routing retainers.
- Remove the fuel filler pipe mounting bracket bolt.
  Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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- Loosen the hose clamp and disconnect the hose.
  Torque: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)
- Remove the mounting bracket bolt and the fuel tank filler pipe.
  Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

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