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Fuel Tank Draining

FUEL TANK DRAINING


Special Tool(S):






SPECIAL TOOL(S)

WARNING:
- Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
- Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. Before repairing or disconnecting any of the fuel system components, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spraying of fuel causing personal injury or a fire hazard.







1. Using the special tool, drain the fuel from the passenger side of the fuel tank.

2. CAUTION: Some fuel will remain in the filler pipe after draining the fuel tank. Carefully drain the filler pipe into an approved container.