Fuel Filler Pipe: Installation

Open the fuel filler lid.
Insert the fuel filler pipe assembly into the rubber saucer from inside of the rear fender.
Install the fuel filler pipe assembly to the vehicle.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Locating Fuel Filler Pipe Assembly Mounting Bolts
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Connect the quick connector for drain pipe to the fuel filler pipe assembly.
CAUTION:
- Check that there is no damage or dust on the quick connector. If necessary, clean the seal surface of the pipe.
- Make sure that the quick connector is securely connected.
NOTE: Connect the quick connector as shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Connecting Quick Connector
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Fig 3: Locating Quick Connector
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Securely insert the fuel filler hose (A) and air vent hose (B) to the spool, then install the clamp or clip as shown in the figure.
Tightening torque:

2.5 N.m (0.3 kgf-m, 1.8 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose And Air Vent Hose
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Fig 5: Identifying Hose, Spool, Pipe And Clamp
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Install the rear mud guard RH. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Mud Guard. >
Install the rear sub frame assembly. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Sub Frame. >
Connect the battery ground terminal.
Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary. < Ref. to WHEEL ALIGNMENT . >
Perform reinitialization of the auto headlight beam leveler system. (Model with auto headlight beam leveler) < Ref. to PROCEDURE , Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System. >
Adjust the steering angle sensor. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U). >