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Fuel Tank Replacement

Fuel Tank Replacement




1. Relieve the fuel pressure.
2. Remove the fuel fill cap.
3. Remove the driver's side second row seat and cut the carpet.
4. Remove the access panel from the floor, and disconnect the fuel tank 5P connector.
5. Remove the fuel tank unit.
6. Siphon the fuel from the fuel tank into a suitable container with a hand pump.
7. Jack up the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.
8. Remove the propeller shaft.
9. Remove the fuel tank shield (A).
10. Disconnect the fuel vapor hose and quick-connect fining. Disconnect the hoses. Slide back the clamps, then twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.
11. Place a jack, or other support, under the tank.
12. Remove the strap bolts.
13. Remove the fuel tank (B). If it sticks to the undercoat on its mount.carefully pry it off the mount.
14. Install the remaining parts in the reverse order of removal.