FixVault

Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Remove the Rear LH wheel.

    (Refer to Suspension System - "TIRES/WHEELS ")

  2. Remove the LH side rear wheel guard.

    (Refer to Body - "REAR WHEEL GUARD ")

  3. Open the fuel filler door.
  4. Remove the fuel filler-neck assembly mounting bolts (A).
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  5. Disconnect the fuel filler hose (A).
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  6. Disconnect the ventilation hose (A).
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  7. Remove the fuel filler-neck assembly (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.

    Tightening torque  :

    9.0 - 10.0 N.m (0.91 - 1.0 kgf.m, 6.63 - 7.37 lb-ft)

    G13483175Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.