Fuel Tank Filler Pipe - Project 8 (G2244176): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
- This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
- Place the vehicle in a well ventilated, quarantined area and arrange 'No Smoking/Petrol Fumes' signs about the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting any components, make sure the area is clean and free from foreign material. When disconnected all components must be sealed.
NOTE:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- Always follow the fuel system health and safety precautions when doing any repairs to the fuel system.
Refer to: PETROL AND PETROL-ETHANOL FUEL SYSTEMS HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
- Drain the fuel tank.
Refer to: FUEL TANK DRAINING - PROJECT 8
- Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
- Remove the rear right wheel and tire assembly.
Refer to: WHEEL AND TIRE - PROJECT 8
- Remove the rear right wheel arch liner.
Refer to: REAR WHEEL ARCH LINER - PROJECT 8
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NOTE: NAS vehicles only.
Disconnect the pipe.
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NOTE: Non NAS vehicles only.
Disconnect the breather.
Remove the 2 bolts.
Remove the nut.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove the heatshield.
- Position the heatshield away from the fuel tank.
- Release the clamp.
- Remove the fuel filler pipe.