Installation Procedure
- If previously removed, install the fuel tank module assemblies. Refer to PRIMARY FUEL TANK MODULE REPLACEMENT and SECONDARY FUEL TANK MODULE REPLACEMENT .
- Install the fuel tank heat shield and fuel tank assembly to the vehicle.CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the fuel tank straps and the fuel tank strap-to-body bolts.
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Connect the fuel tank electrical connector and install the electrical connector retainer to the rear frame.
- Connect the EVAP vent, and fresh air hoses to the fuel tank.
- Connect the fuel fill tube to the fuel tank.
Tightening torque
Tighten the clamp to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Connect the chassis fuel feed line quick connect fitting to the fuel tank. Refer to PLASTIC COLLAR QUICK CONNECT FITTING SERVICE .
- Connect the EVAP canister fresh air hose/pipe to the fuel tank fresh air hose/pipe (2). Refer to PLASTIC COLLAR QUICK CONNECT FITTING SERVICE .
- Connect the EVAP canister vent hose/pipe to the EVAP canister (1). Refer to PLASTIC COLLAR QUICK CONNECT FITTING SERVICE .
- Install the propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
- Install the muffler assembly. Refer to MUFFLER REPLACEMENT .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the fuel tank with gasoline.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION AND CONNECTION .
- Tighten the fuel fill cap.
- Prime the fuel system:
- Cycle the ignition ON for 5 seconds and then OFF for 10 seconds.
- Repeat the previous step twice.
- Crank the engine until it starts. The maximum starter motor cranking time is 20 seconds.
- If the engine does not start, repeat steps 16.1-16.3.
- Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to FUEL INJECTOR SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT .