Purpose, Function
Assures safety by preventing fuel from returning to the fuel filler opening.
Construction
The non-return valve cannot be removed as it is installed inside the fuel tank.
2WD

AWD

A single valve type has been adopted for the non-return valve.

Operation
Normally, the valve is closed as shown by the dotted line in the figure. When refueling, it opens as shown by the solid line due to the force caused by the flow of fuel. When refueling is finished, the valve returns to the normal valve position by spring force.

Non Return Valve Inspection
Plug Hole Plate Removal/InstallationSplash Shield Removal/Installation
Front
Front splash shield No.1
1. Set the mudguard aside..
2. Remove fasteners A.
3. Remove the front splash shield No.1.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front splash shield No.2
1. Remove screw B.
2. Remove fasteners C.
3. Remove the front splash shield No.2.
4. ...
Sail Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Open the front door.
2. Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the shown in the figure and
remove the clip A in the direction of arrow (1).
4. Pull the sail garnish in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove it w ...
Front Seat Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings/cautions
in the Workshop Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
If the sliding mechanisms on both side ...