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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Fuel Tank Cushions & Fuel Tank
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  1. Install the new fuel tank cushions onto the fuel tank.
    2. Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Tank Vent Hose & Fuel Tank Clamp
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  2. Install the fuel tank vent hose (1) onto the fuel tube clamp.
    3. Fig 3: View Of Fuel Tank Main Tube & Fuel Tank
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  3. Install the fuel tank main tube (1) onto the fuel tank.
  4. Set the fuel tank on a transmission jack.
    5. Fig 4: Holding Fuel Tank
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  5. Operate the transmission jack, then install the fuel tank into the vehicle.
    6. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  6. Install the 2 fuel tank bands with the 4 bolts and tighten to 39 N.m (29 lb ft).
    7. Fig 5: Identifying Correct Hose Clamp Direction
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    NOTE: Make sure that the hose clamp is facing in the correct direction when installing.
  7. Connect the fuel tank filler pipe (1) to the fuel tank.
    8. Fig 6: Engaging Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Claw
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  8. Engage the claw, then install the fuel tank filler pipe cover onto the fuel tank filler pipe.
    9. Fig 7: Fuel Tank Main Tube
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    NOTE: Check that there are no scratches or foreign objects around the connecting surfaces of the fuel tube connector and pipe before performing this work. After connecting the fuel tank main tube, check that the fuel tank main tube is securely connected by pulling on the fuel tube connector and pipe.
  9. Connect the fuel tank main tube.
  10. Align the fuel tube connector (1) with the pipe, then push the fuel tube connector in until it comes into contact with the seat to connect the fuel tank main tube to the pipe, then push the retainer up until the claws lock.
    11. Fig 8: Identifying Breather Tube Fuel Hose
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  11. Connect the breather tube fuel hose (1).
    12. Fig 9: Aligning Fuel Tube Connector With Pipe
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  12. Align the fuel tube connector with the pipe, then push the fuel tube connector in until the retainer makes a "click" sound to connect the fuel tank breather tube to the pipe.
  13. Install the checker onto the pipe.
    14. Fig 10: Exploded View Of Fuel Tank Vent Hose
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  14. Connect the fuel tank vent hose.
  15. Align the fuel tube connector with the pipe, then push the fuel tube connector in until it comes into contact with the seat to connect the fuel tank vent hose to the pipe.
  16. Slide the retainer of the fuel tube connector to lock the claws.
  17. Install the charcoal canister assembly. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement .
    18. Fig 11: Locating Fuel Tank Protector Sub-Assembly Bolts
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  18. Install the fuel tank protector sub-assembly with the 4 bolts (1, 2, 3, 4) and tighten to 5.5 N.m (49 lb in).
    19. Fig 12: Identifying Parking Brake Cable Bolts
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  19. Install the parking cables (1, 2, 3, 4) with the 4 bolts.
  20. Install the front exhaust pipe assembly. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (1.8L)
  21. Add fuel.
  22. Install the fuel sender gage sub-assembly.
  23. Install the fuel suction tube assembly.
  24. Install the fuel pump gage retainer.
  25. Connect the fuel tank vent hose.
  26. Connect the fuel tank main tube sub-assembly.
    27. WARNING: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning
  27. Connect the cable to the negative battery terminal.
  28. Inspect for a fuel leak.
  29. Inspect for a exhaust gas leak.
  30. Install the rear floor service hole cover.
  31. Install the rear seat cushion assembly. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement .
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