Installation Procedure
- Attach the fresh air hose to the fuel filler tube.
- Install the closeout grommet.
- Position the fuel filler tube (1) to the vehicle.
- Position the fuel filler tube to the closeout grommet (1).
- Install the fuel filler tube bracket bolts (2).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Position the filler tube-to-fuel tank connecting hose and hose clamp.
Tighten: Tighten the clamp to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Connect the fuel filler vent tube and fresh air hose.
- Install the inner wheelhouse liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Replacement .
- Install the wheel and tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle from the hoist.
- Install the fuel filler cap.
- Perform the Service Bay Diagnostic Test for the EVAP emission system using the scan tool. This test will verify the integrity of the vapor handling areas of the fuel system.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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NOTE:
Ensure that the fuel filler tube connecting hose is installed until it touches the fuel tank body. The hose clamp should be located within 13 mm (1/2 in) of the end of the connecting hose.