Removal and Replacement

Fuel Tank Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

2. Relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Service and Repair.

3. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedures.

4. Lift and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair





5. Remove the harness cover fastener (1) and harness cover (2).

6. Disconnect the fuel pump harness electrical connector (3).





7. Collapse the vent hose spring clamp (1) and remove the vent hose.

8. Loosen the hose clamps (2) and slide the filler hose off the fuel tank.





9. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe connector (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service Procedures.

10. Disconnect the evaporative emission pipe connector (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service Procedures.





11. Support the fuel tank with a suitable stand.

12. Remove the fuel tank strap fasteners (1).

13. Reposition the fuel tank straps (2) toward the back of the vehicle.





14. Lower the fuel tank (1).

Installation Procedure





1. If replacing the tank, transfer the fuel pump module and the evaporative emission canister. Refer to Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (Steel Tank) Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (Steel Tank) and Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement (Steel Tank) Service and Repair.

2. Transfer any additional parts as necessary.

3. Raise the fuel tank (1).





4. Support the fuel tank with a suitable stand.

5. Position the fuel tank straps (2) onto the fuel tank.

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

6. Install the fuel tank strap fasteners (1) and tighten to 22 Nm(16 lb ft).





7. Connect the fuel feed pipe connector (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service Procedures.

8. Connect the evaporative emission pipe connector (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service Procedures.





9. Collapse the vent hose spring clamp (1) and install the vent hose.

10. Tighten the filler tube hose clamps (2).





11. Connect the fuel pump harness electrical connector (3).

12. Install the harness cover (2) and tighten the cover fasteners (1).

13. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.