Fuel Delivery and Evaporation Lines: Removal

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Delivery And Evaporation Lines

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WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.

CAUTION: Be careful not to spill fuel.

1. Set the vehicle on a lift.
2. Release the fuel pressure. Refer to RELEASING OF FUEL PRESSURE , PROCEDURE, Fuel.
3. Open the fuel filler lid, and remove the fuel filler cap.
4. Remove the floor mat. Refer to REMOVAL , Floor Mat.
5. In the engine compartment, disconnect the fuel delivery hoses and evaporation hose.
   1. Disconnect the quick connector of the fuel delivery line by pushing the ST in the direction of the arrow.

      ST 42099FE000 QUICK CONNECTOR RELEASE

   2. Remove the clip and disconnect the evaporation hose from the pipe.
      CAUTION:

      • Be careful not to spill fuel.
      • Catch the fuel from hoses using a container or cloth.
        Fig 2: Identifying ST (42099FE000 Quick Connector Release) Pushing Direction

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6. Remove the canister. Refer to REMOVAL , Canister.
7. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to REMOVAL , Fuel Tank.
8. Remove the fuel pipe assembly.
9. Disconnect the quick connector, and disconnect the fuel delivery tube and jet pump tube.
   1. Clean the pipe and connector, if they are covered with dust.
   2. To prevent from damaging or entering foreign matter, wrap the pipes and connectors with plastic bag etc.
      Fig 3: Wrapping Pipes And Connectors With Plastic Bag

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   3. Hold the connector (A) and push the retainer (B) down.
   4. Pull out the connector (A) from the retainer (B).
      Fig 4: Locating Connector And Retainer

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