Filler pipe (FA20): Removal

Fuel spill prevention procedure (Refer to Fuel system (FA20) )
Draining of fuel (Refer to Removal )
Disconnection of the battery ground terminal (Refer to Working precautions and notes )
Removal of fuel filler cap
1. Open the fuel filler lid, and remove the fuel filler cap.
2. 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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Removal of rear suspension member SUB-ASSY (Refer to Removal )
Removal of rear mud guard RH
1. Remove the clip to remove the rear mud guard RH.
Removal of filler pipe
1. Disconnect the fuel tank to filler pipe hose (A) and vent hose (B) from the filler pipe, and disconnect the quick connector of drain tube (C).
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Fuel Tank To Filler Pipe Hose And Vent Hose From Filler Pipe
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2. Remove the bolts and nuts securing the filler pipe to the body.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Filler Pipe Bolts And Nuts
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3. Remove the filler pipe from underside of the vehicle.