Fuel Tank: Installation

Support the fuel tank with a transmission jack, set the fuel tank in place, and temporarily tighten the bolts of the fuel tank band.
WARNING: A helper is required to perform this work.

Fig 1: Locating Fuel Tank Mounting Bolts
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Connect the quick connector of the evaporation hose to the evaporation pipe.
CAUTION:
- Check that there is no damage or dust on the quick connector. If necessary, clean the seal surface of the pipe.
- When connecting the quick connector, securely insert the pipe all the way before locking the retainer.
- When it is difficult to lock the retainer, make sure that the pipe is securely inserted.
- Make sure that the quick connector is securely connected.
  
  Fig 2: Connecting Quick Connector Of Evaporation Hose To Evaporation Pipe
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  Fig 3: Locating Retainer
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Securely insert the fuel filler hose to the spool, and then install a clamp or clip as shown.
Tightening torque:

2.5 N.m (0.3 kgf-m, 1.8 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Locating Fuel Filler Hose
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Fig 5: Hose, Spool, Clamp And Pipe
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Connect the evaporation hose to fuel tank.

Fig 6: Locating Fuel Tank Evaporation Hose
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Tighten the bolts of the fuel tank band in the order shown in the illustration.
Tightening torque:

33 N.m (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)

Fig 7: Fuel Tank Band Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Install the parking brake cable clamp to the body.
Tightening torque:

18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

Fig 8: Locating Parking Brake Cable Clamp
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Install the rear suspension assembly.
WARNING: A helper is required to perform this work.
1. Support the rear suspension assembly with a transmission jack.
2. Support the rear suspension assembly and install the rear suspension assembly to the body.
  Tightening torque:
  
  T1: 70 N.m (7.1 kgf-m, 51.6 ft-lb)
  
  T2: 145 N.m (14.8 kgf-m, 106.9 ft-lb)
  
  Fig 9: Rear Suspension Assembly Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
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3. Install the rear shock absorber to the rear suspension arm.
NOTE: Use a new self-locking nut.

Tightening torque:

120 N.m (12.2 kgf-m, 88.5 ft-lb)

Fig 10: Locating Rear Shock Absorber Self-Locking Nut
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Install the rear vehicle height sensor and connect the connector (A) to the rear vehicle height sensor, (model with auto headlight beam leveler, left side only)
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 11: Locating Rear Vehicle Height Sensor Mounting Bolts
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Connect the connector to the rear ABS wheel speed sensor.

Fig 12: Locating Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Connector
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Install the heat shield cover.
Tightening torque:

18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
Install the fuel tank protector.
NOTE: Use a new self-locking nut.

Tightening torque:

Nut: 9 N.m (0.9 kgf-m, 6.6 ft-lb)

Bolt: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

Fig 13: Locating Fuel Tank Protector Mounting Nuts
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Install the propeller shaft. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Propeller Shaft. >
Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe. > < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Muffler. >
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the parking brake cable to the parking brake assembly. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Parking Brake Assembly (Rear Disc Brake). >
Install the rear disc brake assembly.
Tightening torque:

66 N.m (6.7 kgf-m, 48.7 ft-lb)

Fig 14: Locating Rear Disc Brake Assembly Mounting Bolts
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Install the rear brake hose bracket to the rear housing.
Tightening torque:

33 N.m (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)

Fig 15: Locating Rear Housing Mounting Bolts
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Attach the rear ABS wheel speed sensor to the rear housing.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 16: Locating Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor
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Install the rear wheels.
Tightening torque:

100 N.m (10.2 kgf-m, 73.8 ft-lb)
Connect the quick connector of the fuel delivery tube. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Fuel Delivery and Evaporation Lines. >

Fig 17: Locating Fuel Delivery Tube Quick Connector
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Install the service hole cover of fuel sub level sensor.

Fig 18: Locating Service Hole Cover And Mounting Screw
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Attach the service hole cover of the fuel pump, and attach the connector and clip.

Fig 19: Fuel Pump Connector And Clip
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Install the rear seat cushion. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Seat. >
Connect the battery ground terminal.

Fig 20: Connecting Ground Cable From Battery
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Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
Perform reinitialization of the auto headlight beam leveler system, (model with auto headlight beam leveler) < Ref. to PROCEDURE , Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System. >