Fuel Tank Replacement

Drain the fuel tank until it is less than half full (see FUEL TANK DRAINING ).
Reinstall the fuel tank unit without connecting the fuel tank unit 4P connector, and the quick-connect fittings (see FUEL TANK UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
Raise the vehicle on a lift.
Disconnect the quick-connect fittings (A) (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING REMOVAL ).

Fig 1: Identifying Quick-Connect Fittings
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Remove the hose (A) from the clamp (B).

Fig 2: Removing Hose From Clamp
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Remove the middle floor undercover (see MIDDLE FLOOR UNDERCOVER REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the trailing arm braces (see REAR WHEELWELL GUSSET REPLACEMENT ).
Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (A).

Fig 3: Fuel Tank, Protectors, Straps And Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Remove the strap bolts (B) and the straps (C).
Remove the fuel tank.
Remove the fuel tank protectors (D).
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: When installing the fuel tank protectors, make sure to insert the clips in the direction shown (E).
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 4: Identifying Ring Pull, Fuel Tank Vapor Recirculation Tube And Fuel Fill Neck Tube
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NOTE:
- New fuel tank have a ring pull (A) at the fuel tank vapor recirculation tube (B) and the fuel fill neck tube (C). When you connect the hose and confirm that the connection is secure, remove the ring pull by pulling it down.
- Before connecting the fuel fill pipe and the quick-connect fittings, check for dirt, and clean them if needed, taking care not to damage the fuel fill pipe and other parts.