Sylvie Willis
If you need to replace your fuel filler hose, you'll first need to locate the fuel filler neck. Check for any exterior damage, and make sure all the mounting screws are inside the fuel door area. You'll then need to determine if the fuel filler neck is leaking vapours. If it is, the engine management system will have recorded this. Next, you'll need to lower the fuel tank to reach the vent hose attached to it. You'll then need to remove the fuel filler neck. If you have to remove the fuel tank, be sure to transfer any fuel out of the tank first. It's best to have the vehicle at a 1/4 tank of fuel or less when removing the fuel filler neck.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Locate the fuel filler neck. |
| Step 2 | Check for exterior damage, mounting screws, rubber hose, and clamp. |
| Step 3 | Determine if the fuel filler neck is leaking vapours. |
| Step 4 | If there is damage, remove the clamp on the rubber hose attaching the fuel filler neck and twist the fuel filler neck, pulling it out of the rubber hose. |
| Step 5 | Guide the fuel filler neck out of the area and remove it from the vehicle. |
| Step 6 | If you have to remove the fuel tank for clearance, be sure to transfer any fuel out of the tank prior to transferring the fuel tank. |
| Step 7 | It is best to have the vehicle at a 1/4 tank of fuel or less when removing the fuel filler neck. |
| Step 8 | Lower the fuel tank more to reach the vent hose attached to the fuel tank. |
| Step 9 | Remove the small vent hose to allow more clearance. |
| Step 10 | Remove the fuel filler neck. |
| Step 11 | Remove the fuel filler cap cable from the fuel neck and place aside. |
| Step 12 | Locate the fuel tank. |
| Step 13 | Lower the fuel tank. |
| Step 14 | Disconnect the harness from the connector. |
| Step 15 | Inspect the rubber hose for any cracks. If there are any cracks, the rubber hose must be replaced. |
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What You'll Learn
Locating the fuel filler neck
To locate the fuel filler neck, first visually inspect the fuel filler neck for any exterior damage. Check to see if all of the mounting screws are inside the fuel door area and verify that the rubber hose and clamp are visible and undamaged. If there is a cover protecting the fuel hose from debris, this will need to be removed for inspection.
On some vehicles, you may not be able to check the rubber hose and clamp under the vehicle. Once you have located the fuel filler neck, the next step is to determine if it is leaking vapours. If it is, the engine management system will have recorded this.
To replace the fuel filler neck, you will need to remove the fuel filler cap cable from the fuel neck and place it aside. Then, locate the fuel tank by going under the vehicle. Place a transmission jack or similar under the fuel tank, loosen and remove the straps to the tank, and lower the fuel tank a little. Reach up on top of the fuel tank and feel for a harness attached to the tank. This is the harness for the fuel pump or sending unit on older vehicles.
The next step is to remove the vent hose attached to the fuel tank. This will allow more clearance. Vehicles from 1996 and newer have a return fuel charcoal canister attached to the vent hose to collect fuel vapours for emissions. Once this is done, you can remove the fuel filler neck by removing the clamp on the rubber hose attaching the fuel filler neck and twisting the fuel filler neck to pull it out of the rubber hose. Guide the fuel filler neck out of the area and remove it from the vehicle.
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Removing the fuel filler cap cable
To remove the fuel filler cap cable, first locate the fuel filler neck and check for any exterior damage. If there is no damage, you can proceed to remove the fuel filler cap cable from the fuel neck and place it aside. Next, locate the fuel tank by going under the vehicle. Once you have located the fuel tank, you will need to lower it. To do this, use a transmission jack or a similar jack and place it under the fuel tank. Loosen and remove the straps to the fuel tank and lower it slightly. Then, disconnect the harness from the connector by reaching up on top of the fuel tank and feeling for the harness. This is the harness for the fuel pump or sending unit on older vehicles. Finally, remove the clamp on the rubber hose attaching the fuel filler neck and twist the fuel filler neck, pulling it out of the rubber hose. Guide the fuel filler neck out of the area and remove it from the vehicle.
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Lowering the fuel tank
To lower the fuel tank, you will need to use a transmission jack or a similar jack. Place the jack under the fuel tank and loosen and remove the straps to the tank. Lower the tank a little.
You may need to lower the fuel tank to reach the vent hose attached to it. To do this, remove the clamp and small vent hose to allow more clearance. Vehicles from 1996 and newer have a return fuel charcoal canister attached to the vent hose to collect fuel vapours for emissions.
If you have to remove the fuel tank for clearance, be sure to transfer any fuel out of the tank prior to transferring the tank. It is best to have the vehicle at a 1/4 tank of fuel or less when removing the fuel filler neck.
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Disconnecting the harness from the connector
To disconnect the harness from the connector, reach up on top of the fuel tank and feel for a harness attached to the tank. This is the harness for the fuel pump or sending unit on older vehicles. Once you have located the harness, disconnect it from the connector.
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Removing the clamp on the rubber hose
To remove the clamp on the rubber hose, you must first locate the fuel filler neck. Check for any exterior damage and ensure that all mounting screws are inside the fuel door area. You should also verify that the rubber hose and clamp are visible and undamaged. If there is a cover protecting the fuel hose from debris, this will need to be removed for inspection.
Once you have located the fuel filler neck and verified that the rubber hose and clamp are visible, you can begin to remove the clamp. Loosen the clamp by twisting it counterclockwise. Once it is loose, you can remove it by hand or with a pair of pliers.
If the clamp is difficult to remove, you may need to use a screwdriver or a small pry bar to gently pry it off. Be careful not to damage the rubber hose or the fuel filler neck during this process.
After removing the clamp, you can proceed to twist the fuel filler neck and pull it out of the rubber hose. Guide the fuel filler neck out of the area and remove it from the vehicle. It is important to note that if you need to remove the fuel tank for clearance, you should first transfer any fuel out of the tank. It is recommended to have the vehicle at a quarter tank of fuel or less when removing the fuel filler neck.
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Frequently asked questions
First, locate the fuel filler neck and check for any exterior damage. You should also check that all of the mounting screws are inside the fuel door area and that the rubber hose and clamp are visible. If there is any damage, the rubber hose must be replaced. Next, determine if the fuel filler neck is leaking vapours. If it is, the engine management system will have recorded this. Then, remove the fuel filler cap cable from the fuel neck and place it aside. Go under the vehicle and locate the fuel tank. Lower the fuel tank and disconnect the harness from the connector. Finally, remove the clamp on the rubber hose attaching the fuel filler neck and twist the fuel filler neck, pulling it out of the rubber hose.
You will need a transmission jack or a similar jack to place under the fuel tank.
If the fuel filler neck is leaking vapours, this will be recorded by the engine management system. You should also check the fuel filler neck for any exterior damage.
If you need to remove the fuel tank for clearance, be sure to transfer any fuel out of the tank prior to transferring the fuel tank. It is best to have the vehicle at a 1/4 tank of fuel or less when removing the fuel filler neck.
