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• The cap could be damaged if the SST is used with any play between the cap and the SST.
Securely attach the SST so that there is no gap between the SST tabs and the side of the cap.
Rotation angle
o 50140°
(Total angle for Step 5 and Step 6 is 410500°.)
Cap tightening torque
o 80135 N·m {8.213.7 kgf·m, 5999 ft·lbf}
7. Install the service hole cover.
8. Install the rear seat.(See REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
9. Connect the negative battery cable.
10. Inspect all parts by performing the "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE". (See AFTER REPAIR
PROCEDURE .)
11. Perform the "Fuel leak inspection after fuel gauge sender unit (sub) installation". (See Fuel leak
inspection after fuel gauge sender unit (sub) installation .)
Fuel leak inspection after fuel gauge sender unit (sub) installation
1. Drive the vehicle from a standstill or brake suddenly 5

6 times at a low speed.
2. Stop the vehicle and verify that there is no fuel leakage from the fuel tank.
(w) RX-8 Body
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