Fuel Tank: Removal
- Remove the rear seat cushion (Refer to "REAR SEAT ").
- Open the service cover (A) under the rear seat cushion.
- Release the internal pressure of the fuel lines and hoses as following:
- Disconnect the fuel pump assembly harness connector (A).
- Start the engine and wait until fuel in fuel line is exhausted. After the engine stalls, turn the ignition switch to OFF position.
- Disconnect the negative (-) terminal from the battery.
- Disconnect the fuel feed line (B).CAUTION: Cover the hose connection with a shop towel to prevent splashing of fuel caused by residual pressure in the fuel line
- Lift the vehicle.
- Disconnect the hoses connected to the fuel tank.
- Remove the muffler (A) (Refer to "INTAKE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM ").
- Remove the fuel tank band (B) and remove the fuel tank (C).