Removal Procedure

NOTE: Clean the fuel and evaporative emission (EVAP) connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting the lines in order the avoid possible system contamination.

Fig 1: Fuel Tank Fill Pipe Bolts

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Remove the fuel fill cap.
Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
Remove the fuel tank fill pipe bolts (1) from the fuel tank fill pipe housing.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Fig 2: Underbody Fuel Tank Fill Pipe Bolt

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Remove the fuel tank fill pipe bolt (2) from the underbody side rail.
Disconnect and reposition the rear stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .

Fig 3: Fuel Fill Pipe Hose Clamp & Vapor Recirculation Line Quick Connect Fitting

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Loosen the fuel fill pipe hose clamp (1) at the fuel tank.
Separate the fuel fill pipe hose from the fuel tank.
Disconnect the vapor line recirculation line quick connect fitting (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Remove the fuel tank fill pipe.