Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

Fuel Tank Draining

Caution: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution.




1. Loosen the fuel fill cap in order to relieve the fuel tank vapor pressure.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp (1).
4. Remove the fuel fill hose from the fuel tank.
5. Remove the flame arrester screen from the tank opening, if required.
6. Insert the hose from the pump devise into the fuel tank.
7. Using a hand or air operated pump device, drain as much fuel from the tank as possible.