Fuel Tank: Installation

Support the fuel tank with a transmission jack, set the fuel tank and the fuel tank band 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 Band 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
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  Fig 3: Locating Quick Connector
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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 Clamp
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Fig 5: Identifying Hose, Spool, Pipe And Clamp
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Connect the evaporation hose to fuel tank.

Fig 6: Locating Evaporation Hose Clamp
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Tighten the bolts of the fuel tank band in the order shown in the figure.
Tightening torque:

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

Fig 7: Locating Fuel Tank Band Bolts Tightening Order
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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 Bolts
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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 Self-Locking Nut
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Connect the connector to the rear ABS wheel speed sensor.

Fig 11: Locating Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Connectors
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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 12: Locating Self-Locking Nuts
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Install the propeller shaft. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Propeller Shaft. >
Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe. > < Refer to INSTALLATION , Muffler. >
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the parking brake cable to the parking brake assembly. < Refer 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 13: 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 14: Locating Rear Brake Hose Bracket Mounting Bolt
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Attach the rear ABS wheel speed sensor to the rear housing.
NOTE: Prevent the harness identification (line) from being twisted when installing. (RH: Aqua line, LH: Brown line)

Tightening torque:

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

Fig 15: Locating Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting Bolt
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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. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Fuel Delivery and Evaporation Lines. >

Fig 16: Locating Fuel Delivery Tube Quick Connector
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Install the service hole cover of fuel sub level sensor.

Fig 17: Locating Fuel Sub Level Sensor Service Hole Cover Screws
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Attach the service hole cover of the fuel pump, and attach the connector and clip.

Fig 18: Identifying Connector, Screw, Grommet And Clip
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Install the rear seat cushion. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Rear Seat. >
Connect the battery ground terminal.

Fig 19: Connecting/Disconnecting Battery Ground Terminal
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Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.