2020 Subaru Outback BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Filler Pipe: Installation

NOTE: For the installation procedure of fuel filler lid, refer to SECURITY AND LOCKS>REMOTE OPENERS>INSTALLATION>FUEL LID .
  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 bolts and nuts securing the fuel filler pipe assembly.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13618553Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the circulate tube (C) to the clip (D).
  5. Connect the circulate tube (C) to the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Injection (Fuel Systems) (H4DO)>Fuel Delivery and Evaporation Lines>INSTALLATION>QUICK CONNECTOR CONNECTION (TYPE F) .
  6. Connect the drain tube (B) to the canister. Refer to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>Fuel Delivery and Evaporation Lines>INSTALLATION>QUICK CONNECTOR CONNECTION (TYPE G) .
  7. Connect the fuel filler pipe (A) to the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Injection (Fuel Systems) (H4DO)>Fuel Delivery and Evaporation Lines>INSTALLATION>QUICK CONNECTOR CONNECTION (TYPE I) .
    G13618552Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the mud guard rear RH. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Mud Guard>INSTALLATION .
  9. Install the fuel filler pipe protector.
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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.
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