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 terminal from battery sensor. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents.>
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 REMOVAL , Rear Sub Frame.>
Remove the rear mud guard RH. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Mud Guard.>
Disconnect the fuel filler hoses from the fuel filler pipe.

Fig 2: Locating Fuel Filler Hoses Clamp
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Disconnect the evaporation hose (A) from fuel filler pipe and remove the bolts and nuts securing the fuel filler pipe to the vehicle body.

Fig 3: Locating Evaporation Hose Screws
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Remove the fuel filler pipe from the underside of the vehicle.