Fuel Tank: Removal

To reduce the internal pressure of the fuel main pipes and hose, first start the engine and then disconnect the electrical fuel pump connector located near the fuel tank.
CAUTION: Be sure to reduce the fuel pressure before disconnecting the fuel main pipe and hose, otherwise fuel will spill out.
Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal of the battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Negative Cable
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Remove the fuel tank cap.
Disconnect the return hose and vapor hose.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Fuel Return & Vapor Hoses
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Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
Disconnect the high pressure hose from the fuel tank.

Fig 3: Disconnect Fuel High Pressure Hose
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Loosen the two self-locking nuts that hold the tank in position and remove the two tank bands.

Fig 4: Removing Fuel Tank Bands Locking Nuts
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Detach the fuel filler hose and leveling hose.
Remove the fuel vapor hose and the fuel tank.

Fig 5: Removing Fuel Tank Hoses
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