Fuel Tank Removal/Installation Procedure

FUEL TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Fuel Hose Connections To Fuel Tank (Mid-Frame Mounted Fuel Tanks):

Mid-Frame Mounted Fuel Tank Removal/Installation:

REMOVAL - MID FRAME MOUNTED TANKS
1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Remove fuel tank filler cap before disconnecting any fuel or vent lines. The tank could be under a slight pressure.
3. Pump all fuel from fuel tank into an approved portable holding tank. If this equipment is not available, disconnect fuel tube line. and drain tank dry into a properly identified Gasoline safety container. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining procedure.
4. Raise vehicle on hoist. Disconnect all vent hoses and filler hose.
5. Place a transmission jack centrally under the fuel tank. Apply a slight pressure.
6. Remove the nuts from the outboard ends of the two straps and lower fuel tank far enough to allow the gauge wire and fuel lines to be disconnected from the gauge unit on top of fuel tank. Squeeze locking tabs on connector to release fuel line. Then lower fuel tank further and remove from under vehicle.

INSTALLATION - MID FRAME MOUNTED TANKS
1. Place fuel tank on top of transmission jack and raise high enough to connect the fuel line and gauge wire to the gauge unit on top of the tank.
2. Raise tank into position in crossmembers and connect the two end retaining straps. Remove transmission jack. Tighten all straps firmly. Do not over tighten retaining strap nuts.
3. Connect vent hoses.
4. Connect fuel line if it was disconnected to drain tank. Recap drain tube.
5. Refill fuel tank and inspect all hoses and lines for leaks. Connect battery cable.