Fuel Tank Purge Procedure

PROCEDURE:
1. Fuel system pressure must be released prior to service. Service and Repair
2. Remove the fuel tank.
3. Remove fuel pump assembly from the tank.
4. Visually inspect the interior of the tank. If any fuel is evident, drain again.
5. Move the tank to a flushing area.
6. Fill the tank completely with tap water, agitate vigorously and drain.
7. Add a fuel emulsifying agent to the tank, refill with water, agitate the mixture for 10 minutes, and drain the tank completely.
8. When empty, refill the tank until it is overflowing with water. Completely flush out the remaining mixture and empty the tank.
^ If available, an explosion meter should be used to check for a negative reading.
9. Perform any required service work.