To fit
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saab 9-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Insert the pipe up through the filler on the rear wing. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the top of the filler pipe to make it easier to fit.
- Fit a new
hose to the filler pipe. Connect the pipe to the hose. Position the pipes properly and tighten the clamps.IMPORTANT: The hose to the filler pipe must always be changed. The old hose must not be refitted as there is a risk of it splitting/cracking.IMPORTANT: The plastic screw on the bottom clamp is a safety detail and must always be changed every time it is removed/fitted.
Tightening torques
plastic screw 1,8 N.m (1,3 lbf ft)
hose clamps 2,0 N.m (1,4 lbf ft)
- Tighten the hose clamps on the hose between the tank and the filler pipe.
- Fit the filler pipe purge line.
- Lower the car to the floor.
- Make sure that the filler pipe is positioned correctly in the opening.
- Tighten the filler cap and close the hatch.