Installation Procedure

Install the fuel tank module assemblies. Refer to Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Primary and Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Secondary .
Install the fuel tank heat shield and fuel tank assembly into the vehicle.

Fig 1: View Of Fuel Tank Heat Shield & Fuel Tank Assembly Into The Vehicle
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the fuel tank straps and tighten the bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the fuel tank strap-to-body bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb. ft.).
Install the fuel filler pipe, EVAP vent, and fresh air hoses to the fuel tank.

Fig 2: View Of Fuel Filler Pipe, EVAP Vent & Fresh Air Hoses At Fuel Tank
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Connect the electrical connectors:
1. Fuel tank electrical connector
2. EVAP solenoid electrical connectors
Tighten the hose clamp on the filler pipe-to-fuel tank connecting hose.
Tighten: Tighten the fuel fill neck-to-fuel tank clamp to 5 N.m (44 lb. in.).
Connect the EVAP canister vent and fresh air hoses to the fuel tank hoses.

Fig 3: View Of Evaporative Emission Canister
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If equipped, install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
Install the rubber exhaust hangers.

Fig 4: Identifying Exhaust Muffler Hangers
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Lower the vehicle.
Fill the fuel tank with gasoline.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
Prime the fuel system:
1. Cycle the ignition ON for 5 seconds and then OFF for 10 seconds.
2. Repeat the previous step twice.
3. Crank the engine until it starts. The maximum starter motor cranking time is 20 seconds.
4. If the engine does not start, repeat steps 13.1-13.3.