Removal Procedure
- Remove the fuel filler cap.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Drain the fuel tank below the level of the fuel filler hose. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
- Remove the right rear wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (w RT2) , Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (w/o RT2) .
- Remove the right rear wheelhouse liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Replacement .
- Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .
- Remove the filler tube to chassis retaining bolts (6).
- Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) line (2) from the quick connect fitting (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Remove the retaining hose clamp (4).
- Disconnect the fuel filler tube (3) from the fuel filler hose (5).
- Maneuver the fuel filler tube (7) and remove from the vehicle.
WARNING:
To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.
WARNING:
Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .