Installation Procedure

Install the new seal ring.
Use the J 36608 in order to reinstall the sender.
Place the tank in the shield.

Fig 1: Installing Fuel Sender Assembly (Extended Cab Side Tank)
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Raise the tank and shield slightly and reconnect the fuel hoses (2), the lines (1), and the electrical connections at the sender.

Fig 2: Fuel Hoses & Lines (Extended Cab Side Tank)
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Raise the tank and shield fully.

Fig 3: Fuel Tank & Shield (Extended Cab Side Tank)
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Reinstall the fuel tank filler neck to the tank.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the clamp.
Tighten

Tighten the clamp to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

Fig 4: Fuel Tank Filler Neck (Extended Cab Side Tank)
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Install the fuel tank brackets with insulator strips in place.
NOTE: Refer to FUEL TANK STRAP FASTENER NOTICE .
Tighten the strap bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the strap bolts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
Replenish the fuel in the tank.
Reinstall the fuel tank filler cap.
Reconnect the negative battery cable. If a memory retention device was not used, reset (to the extent possible) all devices that lost their memory after the battery was disconnected.
Check for leaks.
1. 13.1. Turn ON the ignition switch for 2 seconds.
2. 13.2. Turn OFF the ignition switch for 10 seconds.
3. 13.3. Again, turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
4. 13.4. Check for fuel leaks.
Fig 5: Fuel Tank Straps (Extended Cab Side Tank)
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