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Fuel Tank Draining



Fuel Tank Draining

Tools Required

J 45004 Fuel Tank Siphon Hose

Important: Purge any residual fuel in J 45004 into an approved container prior to use.




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Loosen the fuel fill pipe clamp (2).
5. Remove the fuel fill pipe from the fuel tank.
6. Insert the J 45004 hose into the tank.
7. Attach the J 45004 hose to the hose used with the hand or air operated pump devise.
8. Using a hand or air operated pump drain as much fuel from the tank as possible.