Fuel Refill Concerns: Notes

FUEL REFILL CONCERNS (VINs 7, L, M) DESCRIPTION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE

Troubleshooting item	Fuel refill concerns
Description	Fuel tank does not fill smoothly.
Possible cause	PCM DTC is stored. Evaporative emissions system hoses restriction Non-return valve malfunction Check valve malfunction (Except U. S. A. and CANADA) Improper use of fuel nozzle Inadequate fuel filling speed WARNING: The following troubleshooting flow chart contains the fuel system diagnosis and repair procedures. Read the following warnings before performing the fuel system services: Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel. Highly pressurized fuel may spray out if the fuel line is cut. Due to the following dangers occurring with a fuel spray, always complete the "Fuel Line Safety Procedure" to prevent the fuel from spraying. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [(VIN M)] .) (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [(VIN 7 & VIN L)] .) Fuel may cause irritation if it comes in contact with skin and eyes. If fuel ignites and causes a fire, it may lead to serious injury or death, and damage to property and facilities. Fuel is highly flammable and dangerous. Fuel line spills and leakage can cause serious injury or death, and damage to equipment. Always refer to the "Quick Release Connector Removal/Installation (fuel system)" before performing the fuel hose installation, and execute the "Fuel Leakage Inspection" after installation. (See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR (FUEL SYSTEM) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [(VIN M)] .) (See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR (FUEL SYSTEM) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [(VIN 7 & VIN L)] .) (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [(VIN M)] .) (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [(VIN 7 & VIN L)] .) CAUTION: Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without cleaning it may possibly cause damage to the fuel pipe and quick release connector. Always clean the quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting, and make sure that it is free of foreign material.
System wiring diagram	Not applicable
Connector diagram	Not applicable