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 FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DOTC)>Fuel>PROCEDURE>RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE .
Drain fuel. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DOTC)>Fuel>PROCEDURE>DRAINING FUEL (WITH SUBARU SELECT MONITOR) .
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: Turning Fuel Filler Pipe Protector
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Remove the rear sub frame assembly. Ref. to REAR SUSPENSION>Rear Sub Frame>REMOVAL .
Remove the rear mud guard RH. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Mud Guard>REMOVAL .
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 Connectors For Drain Pipe From Fuel Filler Pipe Assembly
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Fig 4: Locating Quick Connectors Of Drain Pipe
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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.