Fusion AWD L4-2.3L (2008)
7. Remove the LH rear wheel and tire.
8. Remove the 3 rivets, 6 pin-type retainers and the LH wheel splash shield.
9. Remove the fresh air tube fitting from the fuel tank filler pipe housing.
10. Remove the 3 nuts and the fuel tank filler pipe heat shield.
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To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
11. Disconnect the fuel vapor tube assembly-to-recirculation tube quick connect coupling.
12. Remove the fresh air tube from the dust separator.
13. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe bracket retaining nut.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
14. Release the 2 swivel clips.
15. Remove the 4 screws and the fuel tank filler pipe housing.
16. Loosen the LH fuel tank strap bolts.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
17. Partially lower the LH side of the fuel tank to allow access to the fuel tank filler hose and clamp.
18. Release the clamp and disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe hose from the fuel tank.
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To install, tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
19. NOTE: The fuel tank filler pipe assembly has to be directed upward and partially out of the fuel door opening, then it can be lowered and
maneuvered out of the vehicle.
Remove the fuel tank filler pipe assembly from the vehicle.
20. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
