Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

WARNING: Do not smoke while working on the fuel system. Keep open flames or sparks away from the work area. Be sure to relieve fuel pressure while the engine is OFF.

1. Relieve fuel pressure.
a. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery.
b. Remove fuel filler cap.
c. Use a box end wrench on the 6mm service bolt at the fuel rail, while holding the special banjo bolt with another wrench.

Fuel System Service Bolt:

d. Place a rag or shop towel over the 6mm service bolt.
e. SLOWLY loosen the 6mm service bolt one complete turn.
2. Block the front wheels. Jack up the rear of the car and support with jackstands.
3. Remove the drain bolt and drain the fuel into an approved container.
4. Disconnect the 3P connector in the trunk.
5. Remove the two-way valve cover and the fuel hose protector.
6. Disconnect the hoses.

CAUTION: When disconnecting the hoses, slide back the clamps then twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them. Clean the flared joint of the high pressure hoses thoroughly before reconnecting them.

7. Place a jack or other support device under the tank.

Fuel Tank Assembly:

8. Remove the strap bolts and let the straps fall free.
9. Remove the fuel tank.

NOTE: The tank may stick to the undercoating. To remove, CAREFULLY pry it off of the mount.

10. To install, replace the washer on the drain bolt and assemble parts in reverse order.