Important: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.

Notice: Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open pipes and passages.

1. Remove the fuel fill cap.
2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .



3. Remove the fuel filler pipe retainers from the fuel filler pipe access panel.
4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



5. Loosen the fuel filler hose clamps at the fuel tank and fuel fill tube.
6. Remove the fuel filler hose.



7. Remove the fuel filler pipe attaching screw from the under body.
8. Remove the fuel filler pipe.

1. Install the fuel filler pipe.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the fuel filler pipe attaching screw to the under body.

Tighten
Tighten the fuel filler pipe attaching screw to 10 N·m (89 lb in).




3. Install the fuel filler hose.
4. Position the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel tank and fuel fill tube.

Tighten
Tighten the fuel tank filler hose clamps to 2.5 N·m (22  lb in).

5. Lower the vehicle.



6. Install the fuel filler pipe retainers to the fuel filler pipe access panel.
7. Install the fuel filler cap.