Fuel Fill Door Opener Cable Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures, before performing repairs or service. NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body and related parts.

1. Remove these items:
   - Front door sill trim
   - Rear door sill trim
   - Center pillar lower trim
   - Front seat belt lower anchor, both sides
   - Rear seat cushion, both sides
   - Rear seat side bolster, both sides
   - Rear seat slide linkage cover, both sides
   - Rear side trim panel, left side

1. Pull the carpet back as necessary.

1. Remove the cushion tape (A), and detach the clips (B) by using a clip remover. On RHD models, release the opener cable (C) from the clip (D).

1. Remove the fuel fill door latch (E) from the body by turning it 90 °, then remove the fuel fill door opener cable (C) from the vehicle. Take care not to kink the cable.

1. Install the opener cable (A) in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
   - Replace any damaged clips, and replace the cushion tape.
   - Align the mark (B) on the cable with the clips and cushion tape.