Installation Procedure
- Remove the caps from the fuel and EVAP lines.
- Install the fuel and EVAP intermediate lines.
- Connect the fuel and EVAP intermediate lines to the rear tank. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
- With the aid of an assistant, completely raise the rear tank.
- Install the fuel tank straps.NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the fuel tank strap bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Remove the adjustable jack from under the fuel tank.
- Connect the fuel pressure sensor electrical connector (1).
- Connect the fuel and EVAP intermediate lines to the front tank. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
- Connect the EVAP canister quick connect fittings. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
- Install the spare tire hoist crossmember and bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the rear exhaust insulator.
- Install the spare tire.
- Install the spare tire stowage lock cylinder.
- Install the fuel tank filler housing.
- Install the fuel tank filler housing to fuel tank fill pipe bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
- Install the fuel tank filler housing to body TORX® screws (1) and retainer (2).
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
- Refill the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel fill cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Use the following procedure in order to inspect for leaks:
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
- Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.