Fuel Filler Pipe: Installation

Open the fuel filler lid.
Insert the fuel filler pipe assembly into the rubber saucer from inside of the rear fender.
Install the fuel filler pipe assembly to the vehicle.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Locating Fuel Filler Pipe Assembly Bolts And Nuts
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Connect the quick connector for drain pipe to the fuel filler pipe assembly.
CAUTION:
- Check that there is no damage or dust on the quick connector. If necessary, clean the seal surface of the pipe.
- Make sure that the quick connector is securely connected.
NOTE: Connect the quick connector as shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Connecting Quick Connector
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Fig 3: Locating Drain Pipe Quick Connector
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Align the cutout on the fuel filler pipe protector and the protrusion of the neck holder and insert them all the way, and then turn the fuel filler pipe protector in the direction of the arrow until it is locked.

Fig 4: Turning Fuel Filler Pipe Protector
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Securely insert the fuel filler hose (A) and evaporation hose (B) until the hose end contacts the spool, then attach the clamp or clip as shown in the figure.
Tightening torque:

2.5 N.m (0.3 kgf-m, 1.8 ft-lb)

Fig 5: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose And Evaporation Hose
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Fig 6: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose End Contacts Spool Dimension
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Install the rear mud guard RH. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Mud Guard>INSTALLATION .
Install the rear sub frame assembly. Ref. to REAR SUSPENSION>Rear Sub Frame>INSTALLATION .
Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .