Fuel Filler Pipe: Installation

Open the fuel filler flap lid.
Set the fuel saucer (A) with rubber packing (C), and insert the fuel filler pipe into hole from the inner side of apron.
Align the holes in fuel filler pipe neck and set the cup (B), and tighten the nuts.
NOTE: If the edges of rubber packing are folded toward inside, straighten it with a flat tip screwdriver.

Fig 1: Identifying Rubber Packing
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Correctly insert the fuel filler hose to specified position, and then tighten the clamp.

Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose
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Tighten the bolts which hold fuel filler pipe bracket on the body.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 3: Locating Fuel Filler Pipe Bracket Bolts
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Install the rear suspension assembly. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Rear Sub Frame. >
Install the mud guard. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Mud Guard. >
Install the rear wheel RH.

Fig 4: Holding Rear Right Side Wheel
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Lower the vehicle.
Connect the battery ground cable to the battery.