Fuel Filler Pipe: Removal

WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.

CAUTION: Be careful not to spill fuel.

Release the fuel pressure. < Ref. to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE , PROCEDURE, Fuel. >
Drain fuel. < Ref. to DRAINING FUEL (WITH SUBARU SELECT MONITOR) , PROCEDURE, Fuel. >
Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Open the fuel filler lid and remove the fuel filler cap.
Turn the fuel filler pipe protector in the direction of the arrow to unlock and remove it.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Filler Pipe Protector
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Remove the rear sub frame assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Sub Frame. >
Remove the rear mud guard RH. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Mud Guard. >
Disconnect fuel filler hose (A) and air vent hose (B) from the fuel filler pipe assembly.

Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose And Air Vent Hose
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Disconnect the quick connectors for the drain pipe from the fuel filler pipe assembly.
NOTE: Disconnect the quick connector as shown in the figure.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Quick Connector
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Fig 4: Locating Quick Connector
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Remove the bolts and nuts which secure the fuel filler pipe assembly to the vehicle.

Fig 5: Locating Fuel Filler Pipe Assembly Bolts And Nuts
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Remove the fuel filler pipe assembly from the underside of the vehicle.