2007 Compass Patriot MK Factory Service Manual 14 - FUEL SYSTEM

FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE

REMOVAL



NOTE: Drain fuel tank if it is more than half full.


1. Remove the negative battery cable.
2. Loosen fuel filler tube cap.
3. Raise vehicle and support.



4. Remove the left rear wheel.
5. Remove the inner splash shield.



6. Disconnect filler tube recirculation vent line.



7. Disconnect fuel filler tube hose from fuel tank neck.



8. Remove filler tube mounting screw.
9. Remove fuel filler tube assembly.

INSTALLATION




1. Install fuel filler tube. Connect fuel filler tube hose to fuel tank neck and tighten clamp to 2.8 N·m (24 in. lbs.).



2. Install fuel filler tube mounting screw and tighten to 9 N·m (79.5 in. lbs.).



3. Connect filler tube vent line.



4. Install the inner splash shield.
5. Install rear tire.
6. Lower vehicle.
7. Install fuel filler tube cap.
8. Install the negative battery cable.
9. Install the air cleaner lid and makeup air hose.