2020 Subaru Crosstrek Base, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Filler Pipe: Installation

  1. Open the fuel filler lid.
  2. Insert the fuel filler pipe assembly into the ring clip from inside of the rear fender.
  3. Install the nuts securing the fuel filler pipe assembly.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

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  4. Install the bolts securing the fuel filler pipe assembly.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

  5. Install the drain tube to clip (D).
  6. Connect the fuel filler hose (A), drain tube (B) and circulate tube (C) to the fuel filler pipe assembly.

    Fuel filler hose: 

    Refer to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>FUEL DELIVERY AND EVAPORATION LINES>INSTALLATION>FUEL FILLER HOSE CONNECTION .

    Drain tube: 

    Refer to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>FUEL DELIVERY AND EVAPORATION LINES>INSTALLATION>QUICK CONNECTOR CONNECTION (TYPE E) .

    Circulate tube: 

    Refer to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>FUEL DELIVERY AND EVAPORATION LINES>INSTALLATION>QUICK CONNECTOR CONNECTION (TYPE D) .

    G11252941Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the mud guard - rear RH. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>MUD GUARD>INSTALLATION .
  8. Install the rear sub frame assembly. Refer to REAR SUSPENSION>SUB FRAME>INSTALLATION .
  9. Install the fuel filler pipe protector.
  10. Connect the ground terminal to 12V engine restart battery sensor. Refer to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
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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.