Fuel Tank Draining (With L59)

Fuel Tank Draining (with L59)

Warning: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning (Service Precautions).
1. Remove the fuel filler cap.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
3. Clean the area around the fuel filler pipe to tank connection.
4. Place a drain pan under the fuel filler pipe connection.




5. Disconnect the fuel fill hose (1) at the fuel tank.
6. Use a hand or air operated pump device in order to drain as much fuel through the fuel tank filler pipe opening as possible.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

7. If not removing the fuel tank, connect the fuel fill hose to the fuel tank and tighten the clamp to 2.75 Nm (24 lb in).