Fuel Tank Draining

WARNING: BEFORE PROCEEDING, IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE WARNING NOTES GIVEN IN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE READ AND UNDERSTOOD.

Remove the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
Depressurize the fuel system.
- Ensure that the ignition is switched off and remove the valve cap from the fuel cross-over pipe. Place a cloth under the valve to collect any spillage.
- Place a closed container, suitable for collecting fuel, adjacent to the vehicle. Remove the lid.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Valve Cap From Fuel Cross-Over Pipe
  Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
Connect the fuel injection pressure test equipment JD 209 (or other suitable type). Insert the drain / bleed tube into the fuel container. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and depressurize the fuel system.

Fig 2: Connecting Fuel Injection Pressure Test Equipment
Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
Store the drained fuel safely and ensure that the lid is closed securely. Remove the equipment and discard the cloth from beneath the valve. Refit the valve cap.
Use a suitable fuel storage tanker / pump system to drain the vehicle tank as described below.
Connect a ground cable between the vehicle and drain equipment and connect both to a suitable earth point.
At the engine bay bulkhead, locate the quick fit connector between the underfloor fuel feed pipe and the fuel pulse damper.
- Place a cloth under the pipes to absorb any spillage.
- Disconnect the fuel feed hose at the quick fit connector, using special tool JD 182.
- Connect the fuel drain equipment to the underfloor fuel feed pipe.
  
  Fig 3: Connecting Fuel Drain Equipment To Underfloor Fuel Feed Pipe
  Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
Drain the fuel tank in accordance with the equipment manufacturers instructions.