Removal Procedure

Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief
WARNING: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning .

WARNING: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .
Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
{If equipped} Underbody Rear Air Deflector Replacement - Right Side (XFE) - Remove
Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Dual Exhaust)Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Single Exhaust) - Remove
Wiring Harness (1) - Disconnect

Fig 1: Wiring Harness
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Wiring Harness (1) @ Retainer (7) - Remove [2x]
Fuel Tank Vent Pipe (2) @ Fuel Tank Filler Pipe (3) - Disconnect Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Fuel Tank Filler Hose Clamp (6) - Remove
Fuel Tank Filler Hose (5) @ Fuel Tank (4) - Remove
Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Pipe (1) @ Evaporative Emission Pipe (2) - Disconnect Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service

Fig 2: Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Pipe
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Fuel Feed Pipe (3) @ Fuel Feed Pipe (4) - Disconnect Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Evaporative Emission Canister Filter Pipe (6) @ Evaporative Emission Canister (5) - Disconnect Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.

Fig 3: Fuel Tank Strap Bolt
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Fuel Tank Strap Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
Fuel Tank Strap (2) - Remove [2x]
Fuel Tank (1) - Remove

Fig 4: Fuel Tank
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If replacing fuel tank transfer parts as necessary.