Installation Procedure
- Place the fuel tank onto the rear suspension crossmember.
- Install the fuel tank straps.
- Install the fuel tank strap bolts and tighten to 46 N.m (34 lb ft).
- Install the rear coil springs while slowly raising the rear suspension crossmember using the adjustable jack (1).
- Install the rear suspension crossmember bolts and tighten to 191 N.m (141 lb ft).
- Remove the adjustable jack from the rear suspension crossmember.
- Remove the jack stand from the front of the vehicle.
- Install the rear shock bolts and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Connect the body harness electrical connector to the fuel tank harness electrical connector (1).
- Install the fuel tank harness clips (2, 3) to the rear compartment side rail.
- Install the fuel and EVAP line retainer (1) to the side rail.
- Connect the fuel tank wiring harness electrical connector (2) to the fuel tank pressure sensor.
- Connect the fuel feed line quick connect fitting (1) to the chassis line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the fill pipe vent line (2) and the fuel tank vapor line (3) quick connect fittings to the EVAP canister. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Install the left and right rear brake hose bracket studs into the keyhole slots. Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement .
- Connect the left and right electronic position sensor links (1) to the ball studs.
- Connect the fuel tank EVAP recirculation line quick connect fitting (1) to the fill pipe line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the fuel fill hose (2) to the fuel fill pipe.
- Tighten the fuel fill hose clamp (1) at the fill pipe. Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
- Install the left rear wheelhouse liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Replacement .
- Fill the fuel tank.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Perform the following procedure in order to inspect for leaks:
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
- Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Clean the fill pipe or any dirt or debris. Ensure the fill pipe is installed to the original depth to the fill hose. The fill pipe bead must be inserted into the hose past the clamp position.