Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
MISFUELING Guard, Removing And Installing: Installing
Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:
-- Insert the misfueling guard into the fuel filler neck.
- The tab on the misfueling guard must engage into the groove on the fuel filler neck -arrows-.
-- Turn the locking ring 25° clockwise and install it using the locking ring pliers.
-- If installed correctly, the markings on the locking ring and on the fuel filler neck will align -arrows-.
Function Test:
- The locking latch for the misfueling guard must not open without the Fuel Funnel :T40256 or Emergency Refueling Funnel.
- The Fuel Funnel :T40256 or Emergency Refueling Funnel must be inserted all the way into the fuel filler neck.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.