Fuel Tank Replacement
- Relieve the fuel pressure (see Fuel Pressure Relieving
).
- Drain the fuel tank: Remove the fuel pump (see Fuel Filter Replacement
). Using a hand pump, hose, and container suitable for gasoline, draw the fuel from the fuel tank.
- Raise the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.
- Remove the propeller shaft (see PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL
).
- Remove the fuel tank shield (A).
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- Disconnect the fuel vapor hose (B), and quick-connect fittings (C). Disconnect the filler neck hoses (D). Slide back the clamps, then twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them. Remove the bolt (E).
- Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (F).
- Remove the strap bolts (G).
- Remove the fuel tank. If it sticks to the undercoat on its mount, carefully pry it off the mount.
- Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.