2002 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Filler Pipe: Removal

  1. Set the vehicle on the lift.
  2. Drain fuel from fuel tank. Refer to DRAINING OF FUEL  .
  3. Remove screws which install fuel filler pipe on filler lid .
    Fig 1: Removing Fuel Filler Pipe Screws
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  4. Remove wheel nuts of rear right side.
  5. Lift-up the vehicle.
  6. Remove rear right side wheel.
    Fig 2: Removing Rear Right Side Wheel
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  7. Remove bolts which install protector cover on body.
    Fig 3: Removing Protector Cover Bolts
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  8. While releasing the under side of protector cover from hook, remove it.
    Fig 4: Removing Protector Cover
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  9. Disconnect evaporation hoses from pipes.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting Evaporation Hoses
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  10. Lift-up the vehicle more.
  11. Remove two evaporation hoses from clip.
    Fig 6: Removing Two Evaporation Hoses From Clip
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  12. Disconnect evaporation hose from joint pipe.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting Evaporation Hose From Joint Pipe
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  13. Loosen clamp, and disconnect fuel filler hose from fuel filler pipe.
    Fig 8: Disconnecting Fuel Filler Hose
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  14. Remove fuel filler pipe to under side of vehicle.
    Fig 9: Removing Fuel Filler Pipe
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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.

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