Fuel Tank Assembly

Fuel Tank And Hoses:

Fuel Tank Hoses:

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT

1. Relieve fuel system pressure (refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELIEF).

2. Raise vehicle and suitably support.
CAUTION: To help avoid personal Injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which components are being removed. This will reduce the possibility of the vehicle falling off the hoist.

3. Drain fuel tank (refer to DRAINING FUEL TANK).
NOTE: If nylon fuel feed or return pipes become kinked and cannot be straightened, they must be replaced.
Do not attempt to repair sections of nylon fuel pipes. If damaged, replace.

4. Fuel feed and return quick-connect fittings at fuel tank.
a. Grasp both ends of one fuel pipe connection and twist 1/4 turn in each direction to loosen any dirt in quick-connect fitting. Repeat for other fitting.
b. Squeeze plastic tabs of male end connector of fuel filter, then pull connection apart.
c. Repeat for fuel return pipe fitting.

5. Wipe vapor pipe connection, and then disconnect.

6. Fuel sender electrical connector.
NOTE: Do not bend fuel tank retaining straps, as this may damage straps.

7. With the aid of an assistant, support fuel tank and remove front fuel tank retaining strap attaching nuts (2), rear fuel tank strap attaching bolts (2), both fuel tank retaining straps (2) and fuel tank.
- Place fuel tank in a suitable work area.
- Using a clean shop towel, wipe off male pipe end.
- Inspect all connectors for dirt and damage.
- Clean or replace components/assemblies as required.

8. Fuel sender assembly (refer to MODULAR FUEL SENDER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT).




INSTALL OR CONNECT

1. Fuel sender assembly (refer to MODULAR FUEL SENDER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT).
NOTE: Assure proper location of fuel sender pipes.

2. With the aid of assistant, position and support fuel tank. Install fuel tank retaining straps (2), front attaching nuts (2) and rear attaching bolts (2).
- Tighten Front fuel tank retaining strap nuts (2) to 34 N-m (26 lb. ft.).
- Rear fuel tank retaining strap bolts (2) to 34 N-m (26 lb. ft.).

3. Vapor pipe.

4. Fuel sender electrical connector.
CAUTION: Before connecting fuel pipe finings, always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends. This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. (During normal operation, the O-rings located In the female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated).

5. Fuel feed and return pipe quick-connect fittings.
a. Apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male connector pipe ends.
b. Push connectors together to cause the retaining tabs/fingers to snap into place.
c. Once installed, pull on both ends of each connection to make sure connection is secure.

6. Lower car.

7. Add fuel and install fuel filler cap.

INSPECT

- Turn ignition to "ON" position for two seconds, then turn to "OFF" for five seconds. Again, turn to "ON" position and check for fuel leaks.