Fuel Tank: Installation
- Install the fuel strainer (6) into the bottom of the fuel tank (4) and torque to 40 N.m (30 ft. lbs.).
- Install the fuel tank (4) into the cargo area. Install the fuel tank retaining nuts (3) and torque to 10 N.m (7 ft. lbs.).
- Position the fuel tank filler neck cup seal (9) around the filler neck.
- Connect the fuel tank level and pressure sensor connectors (1) to the fuel tank sending unit.
- Install the fuel tank partition into the cargo area. Install the fuel tank partition retaining bolts (2) and torque to 10 N.m (7 ft. lbs.).
- Install the cargo area trim panels.
- Connect the fuel feed hose (4) to the fuel strainer at the bottom of the fuel tank. Tighten the hose to 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.)
- Connect the fuel return hose to the fuel tank.
- Install the splash shield.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
NOTE:
Be sure to position the splash bowl inside the tank when installing the fuel strainer. The fuel strainer holds the splash bowl in place.