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.
Remove the bolt which secures the gasket.

Fig 1: Locating Gasket Bolts
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Remove the rear wheel RH.
Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the mud guard. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Mud Guard. >
Remove the rear suspension assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Sub Frame. >
Disconnect the fuel filler hose.

Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose
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Remove the bolts which hold the fuel filler pipe on the body.

Fig 3: Locating Fuel Filler Pipe Mounting Bolts
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Remove the fuel filler pipe to the underside of the vehicle.