Fuel Tank Filler Pipe: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Land Rover Discovery and 2017 Land Rover Discovery. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

The spilling of fuel is unavoidable during this operation. Ensure that all necessary precautions are taken to prevent fire and explosion.
Do not carry or operate cellular phones when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
If fuel contacts the eyes, flush the eyes with cold water or eyewash solution and seek immediate medical attention.
Wash hands thoroughly after fuel handling, as prolonged contact may cause irritation. Should irritation develop, seek medical attention.

NOTE:

Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Some components shown removed for clarity.

Refer to: PETROL AND PETROL-ETHANOL FUEL SYSTEMS HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the rear wheel.
Refer to: WHEEL AND TIRE .
Remove the 5 screws and the trim.
Remove the 6 fasteners.
Remove the fastener.
Remove the fasteners and wheel arch liner.
Remove the jubilee clip.
Release the clip.
Remove the jubilee clip and pipe.
Remove the filler cap.
Remove the trim.
Remove the electrical connector.
Remove the nut.
Release the breather pipe.
Remove the nut.
Remove the fasteners and the fuel tank filler pipe.