Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Release the fuel pressure.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Drain fuel tank dry into holding tank or a properly labeled GASOLINE safety container.
4. Raise vehicle and support.
5. Disconnect the exhaust system between the catalytic converter and the muffler.
6. Support the exhaust system with jack stands.

Muffler Hanger:

7. Remove muffler hanger rubber garments.

Exhaust Hanger:

Exhaust Hanger Removed:

8. Remove the center exhaust hanger rubber grommets.
9. Remove the rear portion of the exhaust system and set on floor.

Fuel Tank Electrical Connector:

10. Disconnect the fuel tank electrical connector.

Fuel Supply Line And EVAP Lines:

11. Disconnect the fuel line and EVAP line.

Fuel Tank Vapor Recirculation Tube:

12. Disconnect the vapor recirculation tube.

Marking Driveshaft:

13. Mark the driveshaft rear connection.

Driveshaft Rear Connection:

14. Disconnect the driveshaft rear connection.

Driveshaft Support/bearing:

15. Remove the driveshaft support/bearing.
16. Support driveshaft on jack.
17. Remove the left rear tire and splash shield.

Fuel Filler Tube:

Filler Tube To Rubber Hose:

18. Remove the fuel filler tube from the rubber hose at fuel tank.
19. Support the fuel tank with a transmission jack.

Fuel Tank Straps:

20. Remove the 2 fuel tank straps.
21. Lower fuel tank
22. Drain Fuel Tank, use an approved GASOLINE draining station.

Fuel Tank Assembly:

23. Remove tank from vehicle.

INSTALLATION
1. Support the fuel tank with a transmission jack.
2. Raise fuel tank and install to vehicle.
3. Install the 2 fuel tank straps.
4. Install the fuel filler tube to the rubber hose at fuel tank.
5. Connect the vapor recirculation tube.
6. Connect the fuel line and EVAP line.
7. Connect the fuel tank electrical connector.
8. Support driveshaft on jack.
9. Install the driveshaft support/bearing.
10. Align the Marks on the driveshaft to the rear connection.
11. Connect the driveshaft rear connection.
12. Install the exhaust system and tighten clamp.
13. Install the center exhaust hanger rubber grommets.
14. Install muffler hanger rubber grommets.
15. Install the left rear tire. (16) Lower vehicle.
17. Connect the negative battery cable.
18. Fill fuel tank. Use the DRBIII(R) scan tool to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks.