Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

Fuel Tank Replacement

1. Relieve the fuel pressure.
2. Drain the fuel tank: Remove the fuel pump. Using a hand pump, hose, and container suitable for gasoline, draw the fuel from the fuel tank.
3. Jack up the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.




4. Disconnect the fuel vapor hose and quick-connect fittings. Disconnect the hoses. Loosen the clamp (A). Slide back the clamps, then twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.
5. Place a jack, or other support, under the tank.
6. Remove the strap bolts, and let the strap (B) fall free.
7. Remove the fuel tank (C). If it sticks to the undercoat on its mount, carefully pry it off the mount.
8. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.