Fuel Tank - Removal

REMOVAL

REAR MOUNTED FUEL TANK

1. Release fuel system pressure.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. Drain fuel tank. Refer to Standard Procedure - Draining Fuel Tank. Procedures





4. Remove both clamps (2).
5. Remove ground wire screw (5) and disconnect ground wire (4).
6. Remove fuel fill hose assembly (3).





7. Disconnect electrical connector (1) from module (3).





8. Disconnect fuel return and supply line quick-connect fittings (1) and (2).
9. Support tank with a hydraulic jack.





10. Certain models may have an optional fuel tank skid plate (3). The same mounting bolts (2) are used to retain both the skid plate and fuel tank. Remove bolts (2).
11. Lower the tank assembly from vehicle and lift tank from skid plate.
12. If fuel pump module (gas), or fuel tank module (diesel) is being removed, refer to either Fuel Pump Module Removal, or Fuel Tank Module Removal.

SIDE (MID-SHIP) MOUNTED FUEL TANK

1. Release fuel system pressure.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. Drain fuel tank. Refer to Standard Procedure - Draining Fuel Tank. Procedures





4. Loosen clamps (3).
5. Remove hoses (4) and (6) from tank.





6. Disconnect electrical connector (1) at top of module.





7. Disconnect fuel return and supply line quick-connect fittings (4) and (5).
8. Support tank with a hydraulic jack.





9. Remove nuts (5).
10. Remove both tank straps (4).
11. Lower tank and remove from hydraulic jack.
12. If fuel pump module (diesel) is being removed Fuel Tank - Removal