Removal Procedure
- Open the hood.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
- Ensure that the fuel level in the tank is less than 1/4 full. If necessary, drain the fuel tank to at least this level. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
- Disconnect the fuel line and wiring harness connectors. Refer to Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (LL0) , Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (LFM) .
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the exhaust pipe assembly. Refer to Exhaust Pipe Replacement (LFM) .
- If needed, remove the parking brake cable retaining clamp and set it away from the path.
- Disconnect the fuel tank filler hose (1) and clamp.
- Disconnect the fuel tank vent pipe and clamp (2).
- Disconnect the fuel feed pipe connector (3).
- Disconnect the evaporative emission canister purge pipe connector (4).
- Disconnect the evaporative emission canister vent solenoid valve electrical connector (5).
- Place a suitable jack under the fuel tank.
- Remove the fuel tank strap bolts (6) and straps.
- Remove the fuel tank.
WARNING:
Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .