Fuel-Filler Pipe Removal/Installation: Notes
WARNING:
- Highly pressurized fuel may spray out if the fuel line is cut. Due to the following dangers occurring with a fuel spray, always complete the "FUEL LINE SAFETY PROCEDURE " to prevent the fuel from spraying.
- Fuel may cause irritation if it comes in contact with skin and eyes.
- If fuel ignites and causes a fire, it may lead to serious injury or death, and damage to property and facilities.
- A person charged with static electricity could cause a fire or explosion, resulting in death or serious injury. Before performing work on the fuel system, discharge static electricity by touching the vehicle body.
CAUTION:
- Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without cleaning it may cause damage to the fuel pipe and quick release connector. Always clean the quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting using a cloth or soft brush, and make sure that it is free of foreign material.
- Level the vehicle.
- Complete the "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (VIN M)] .)
- Drain the fuel. (See FUEL DRAINING PROCEDURE [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (VIN M)] .)
- Open the fuel-filler lid.
- Remove in the order indicated in the table.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Complete the "AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (VIN M)] .)COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 Fuel-filler cap 2 Dust cover
(See Dust Cover Removal Note .)3 Joint hose
(See Joint Hose Removal Note .)
(See Joint Hose Installation Note .)4 Quick release connector
(See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)5 Fuel-filler pipe
(See Fuel-filler Pipe Removal Note .)6 Fuel-filler pipe protector