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Fuel Tank Replacement

  1. Relieve the fuel pressure (see Fuel Pressure Relieving  ).
  2. 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.
  3. Raise the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.
  4. Remove the propeller shaft (see PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL ).
  5. Remove the fuel tank shield (A).
    Fig 1: Removing The Fuel Tank Shield
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  6. 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).
  7. Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (F).
  8. Remove the strap bolts (G).
  9. Remove the fuel tank. If it sticks to the undercoat on its mount, carefully pry it off the mount.
  10. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.