Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation






REMOVAL
1. Release fuel pressure from fuel line.
Refer to "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE".
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Open the fuel filler lid and filler cap.
4. Drain the fuel from fuel tank.
5. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to "Removal and Installation".




6. Remove the inspection hole cover located under rear seat.




7. Disconnect the electrical connector.




8. Disconnect the quick connector(s) as follows:
a. Put mating marks on the tubes and connector(s) for correct installation.
b. Hold the sides of the connector, push in tabs, and pull out the tube inserted in the retainer.

CAUTION:
- The tube can be removed when the tabs are completely depressed. Do not twist it more than necessary.
- Do not use any tools to remove the quick connector.

9. Remove the exhaust center tube. Refer to "Removal and Installation".




10. From rear left area of fuel tank, remove filler hose, vent hose and evaporation hose.




11. Set a suitable transmission jack under fuel tank.
12. Remove fuel tank mounting band bolts while supporting fuel tank.




13. Lower the fuel tank by 70 to 80 mm (2.76 to 3.15 in), remove the nuts and clips holding the protector, and then remove the protector.
- To remove the clips, use pliers to squeeze the extensions as shown by the arrows in the figure, and then remove the clip from above.

14. Remove fuel tank.

INSTALLATION







To install, reverse the removal procedure. Connect the quick connector(s) as follows:
- Align mating marks on tubes and connector(s) for correct installation.
- Align push in tabs with retainer openings.
- Insert tube into the center of the connector until you hear a click.

After connecting the quick connector, make sure the connection is fully seated using the following method.
- Pull on the fuel tube and connector to make sure they are firmly connected.
- Start the engine, increase engine speed and verify that there are no leaks.