Fuel Tank Unit Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required 

Fuel sender wrench 07AAA-S0XA100

1. Relieve fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING  ).
2. Remove the fuel fill cap.
3. Remove the driver's side second row seat (see SECOND ROW SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
4. Cut the carpet at the dotted line (A). Be careful not to cut the wire harness under the carpet.
   Fig 1: Cutting Carpet

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5. Remove the access panel (A) from the floor, then disconnect the fuel pump 5P connector (B).
   Fig 2: Removing Access Panel From Floor

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6. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting from the fuel tank unit.
7. Using the tool, loosen the fuel tank unit locknut (A).
   Fig 3: Loosening Fuel Tank Unit Locknut Using Tool

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8. Remove the locknut (A) and fuel tank unit (B).
   Fig 4: Removing Locknut And Fuel Tank Unit

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9. Align the marks (C) on the fuel tank (D) and the fuel tank unit, then install the fuel tank unit in the reverse order of removal with a new base gasket (E) and new locknut.
   NOTE: After installation, check circumference of the base gasket visually or by hand and be sure that the gasket is not pinched.