Fuel Tank Filler Pipe (G1086688): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Jaguar XF, 2014 Jaguar XF, and 2013 Jaguar XF. 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.

Refer to: Petrol and Petrol-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (General Information, Description and Operation).
Open the fuel filler door and remove the cap.
WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
Remove the right-hand wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (Removal and Installation).
Remove the right-hand wheel arch liner.
NOTE: If equipped.

Torque Specification: 9 Nm
Refer to: Rear Muffler (Exhaust System - V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol, Removal and Installation).
WARNING: The fuel tank filler inlet is fitted with a non return valve. When removing the flexible filler hose a small amount of fuel will escape, if this is more than 0.5L refit the filler pipe and drain the fuel tank using suitable equipment.

NOTE: This step is for information only.

If required:

Refer to: Fuel Tank Draining - GTDi 2.0L Petrol/V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (Fuel System - General Information, General Procedures).
NOTE: If equipped.
Torque Specification: 9 Nm

Torque Specification: Bolt: 9 Nm