Contents: Removal ↳ Installation ↳
Removal
WARNING: Do not smoke or allow lighted cigarettes or any open flame when working with or near any fuel containing components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present in such situations and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: This procedure involves handling fuel. Always be prepared for possible fuel splashing and follow safe fuel handling practices. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
WARNING: The fuel system remains under pressure for an extended period of time after the ignition is turned off. Relieve the fuel pressure before attempting any repairs. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
1. Relieve fuel system pressure. Refer to Section 310-00 for additional information.
2. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. Refer to Section 310-00 for additional information.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Section 100-02 for additional information.
4. Disconnect the exhaust pipe from the rear suspension support.
5. Disconnect the exhaust pipe from the suspension support.
6. Disconnect the center muffler from the suspension support.
7. Disconnect the exhaust pipe.
- 1. Unscrew the nuts.
- 2. Remove the exhaust pipe from the two supports.
8. Remove the heat shield.
9. Fix the outlet pipe in a suitable position.
10.
CAUTION: When removing the fuel tank vent and filler lines, do not use sharp-edged tools to remove the lines. Failure to do so may result in damage to the lines.
NOTE: To ensure that the retaining clamps are installed in the correct position, mark the installation position before removing them.
Disconnect the fuel tank vent and filler lines.
11. Disconnect the fuel vapor line from the fuel vapor control system charcoal canister.
12. Disconnect the fuel vapor line from the carbon canister.
13.
NOTE: Use a blunt object to press on the clamp.
Press the carbon filter retaining clip.
14. Remove the charcoal canister of the fuel vapor control system.
15. Disconnect the fuel line connections. Refer to Section 310-00 for additional information.
16.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the lower outer surface of the fuel tank, place suitable packing material under the tank when supporting it.
Place a suitable jack under the fuel tank.
17. Remove the fuel tank retaining clamp bolt.
18.
CAUTION: When lowering the fuel tank, make sure that no excessive stress is applied to the fuel lines or fuel line connections.
Partially lower the fuel tank.
19. Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector.
20. Remove the fuel tank.
21. If installing a new fuel tank, remove the shut-off valve (if tipping over), filler and vent lines from the old tank and install these elements on the new tank.
Installation
CAUTION: Do not smoke or allow lighted cigarettes or any open flame when working with or near any fuel containing element. Highly flammable vapors are always present in such situations and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
NOTE: When installing the fuel tank, make sure the fuel lines are not kinked or pinched.
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NOTE: The filler and vent pipe retaining clamps must be installed in the same locations from which they were removed.
Install the elements back in place in reverse order.
