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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the fuel filler cap.
  2. Drain the fuel tank below the level of the fuel filler hose. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
  3. Fig 1: View Of Fuel Filler Tube Bolts
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  4. Remove the bolts securing the fuel filler tube to the body.
  5. Remove the right rear wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  6. Remove the right rear wheelhouse liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Replacement .
  7. Fig 2: View Of Fuel Filler Tube Brace Bolt
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  8. Remove the fuel filler tube brace bolt.
  9. Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose To Fuel tank
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  10. Disconnect the fuel filler hose (1) from the fuel tank.
  11. Disconnect the filler vent tube (2) from the evaporative emission (EVAP) hose. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  12. Remove the fuel filler tube from the vehicle.