Fuel Delivery and Air Induction: Service and Repair

NOTES:
- If a fuel system problem is caused by contaminated fuel or other foreign material in the fuel tank, the tank must be cleaned. If the tank is rusted or is still contaminated after cleaning, the tank must be replaced.

- Only use oil free compressed air to blow out the fuel pipes.

- Inspect the fuel tank internally and clean the fuel tank if you find a plugged fuel filter.

Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the fuel tank from the vehicle.
3. Remove the fuel level sensor from the fuel tank.
4. Remove the fuel pump from fuel tank.
5. Remove the fuel tank pressure sensor from the fuel tank.

NOTE: When flushing the fuel tank, handle the fuel and water mixture as a hazardous material. Handle the fuel and water mixture in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

6. Fill the fuel tank with hot water.
7. Shake the fuel tank vigorously for five minutes.
8. Drain the fuel tank.
9. Make sure that all of the water is removed from the fuel tank.

NOTE: If the inside of the fuel tank contains any traces of rust after cleaning, replace the tank.

10. Install the fuel tank pressure sensor to the fuel tank.
11. Install the fuel pump to fuel tank.
12. Install the fuel level sensor to the fuel tank.
13. Install the fuel tank to the vehicle.
14. Refill the fuel tank.
15. Connect the negative battery cable.
16. Inspect for leaks.