Fuel Tank Filler Pipe (G2299332): Removal
WARNING:
Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flames of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapours are always present and may ignite. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
- Make sure the workshop area in which the vehicle is being worked on is as clean and as dust free as possible. Foreign matter from work on clutches, brakes or from machining or welding operations can contaminate the fuel system and may result in later malfunction.
- 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: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT .
- Drain the fuel tank.
Refer to: FUEL TANK DRAINING .
- Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING .
- Remove the rear right wheel arch liner.
Refer to: REAR WHEEL ARCH LINER .
- Release the 2 clips.
- Disconnect the breather pipe.
- Release the clamp.
- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the nut.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove the fuel tank filler pipe shield.
- Remove the fuel tank filler pipe.