Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Manual - part 204

TYPE C REMOVAL 

1. Move the retainer upward using a small flathead screwdriver or a similar tool.  

2. Pull out the fuel hose straight from the fuel pipe and disconnect it.  

3. Cover the disconnected quick release connector and fuel pipe with vinyl sheeting or a similar material to 

prevent it from scratches or dirt. 

Fig. 31: Pulling Fuel Hose Straight 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

TYPE D REMOVAL 

1. Rotate the release tab on the quick release connector to the stopper position. 

Fig. 32: Identifying Release Tab And Stopper 
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2. Pull out the fuel hose straight from the fuel pipe and disconnect it.  

3. Cover the disconnected quick release connector and fuel pipe with vinyl sheeting or a similar material to 

CAUTION:



The quick release connector may be damaged if the release tab is 
bent excessively. Do not expand the release tab over the stopper.  

NOTE:



The fuel hose can be removed by pushing it to the pipe side to release the 
lock.  

 

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prevent it from scratches or dirt. 

Fig. 33: Identifying Fuel Pipe And Fuel Hose 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

TYPE E REMOVAL 

1. Release the retainer shown in the figure.  

2. Disconnect the quick release connector.  

3. Cover the disconnected quick release connector and fuel pipe with vinyl sheeting or a similar material to 

prevent it from scratches or dirt. 

Fig. 34: Releasing Retainer 
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TYPE A INSTALLATION 

1. Inspect the fuel hose and fuel pipe sealing surface for damage and deformation. 



If there is any malfunction, replace it with a new one.  

2. Connect the quick release connector. 

CAUTION:



The quick release connector may be damaged if the release tab is 
bent excessively. Do not expand the release tab over the stopper.  

NOTE:



The fuel hose can be removed by pushing it to the pipe side to release the 
lock.  

 

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Fig. 35: Connecting Quick Release Connector 
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TYPE B INSTALLATION 

1. Remove the retainer remaining on the charcoal canister pipe.  

2. Install a new retainer to the quick release connector.  

3. Reconnect the hose straight to the pipe until a click is heard.  

4. Lightly pull and push the quick release connector a few times by hand, and then verify that it is connected 

securely. 

CAUTION:



Be sure to replace the retainer with a new one to prevent gas leakage. 



To prevent evaporative gas leakage, be sure not to damage the 
connecting part between the charcoal canister and pipe, and the 
locks between the quick release connector and retainer. If any of 
them are damaged, replace the charcoal canister or hose with a new 
one.  

NOTE:



If the quick release connector O-ring is damaged or has slipped, replace 
the fuel hose.  



A checker tab is integrated with the quick release connector for new fuel 
hoses and evaporative hoses. Remove the checker tab from the quick 
release connector after the connector is completely engaged with the fuel 
pipe.  

 

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Fig. 36: Identifying Checker Tab And Fuel Hose 
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TYPE C INSTALLATION 

1. Inspect the fuel hose and fuel pipe sealing surface for damage and deformation. 



If there is any malfunction, replace it with a new one.  

2. Install the quick release connector. 



Insert the fuel pipe straight to the end of the quick release connector.  



Push down the retainer using a finger. 



If the retainer cannot be pushed down, push the fuel pipe further to the quick release 
connector.  

3. Lightly pull and push the quick release connector a few times by hand, and then verify that it is connected 

securely. 

Fig. 37: Installing Quick Release Connector 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

TYPE D INSTALLATION 

NOTE:



If the quick release connector O-ring is damaged or has slipped, replace 
the fuel hose.  

NOTE:



If the quick release connector O-ring is damaged or has slipped, replace 
the fuel hose  

 

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