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Fuel Siphoning Procedure Using Fuel Pump: Notes

CAUTION:
  • Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without cleaning it may possibly cause damage to the fuel pipe and quick release connector. Always clean the quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting using cloth or soft brush, and make sure that it is free of foreign material.
  1. Complete the "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION .)
  2. Disconnect the quick release connector as shown in the figure. (See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Connect a long hose to the disconnected quick release connector and drain the fuel into a container used for collecting gasoline.
  4. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank using the following procedure:
    CAUTION:
    • The fuel pump could be damaged if it is operated while there is no fuel in the fuel tank. Verify the amount of fuel being discharged from the hose and stop operation of the fuel pump when essentially no fuel is being discharged.
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