Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

FUEL TANK REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

WARNING:
- Be sure to furnish workshop with a CO2 fire extinguisher.
- Do not smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from work area.

CAUTION:
- Before removing fuel line parts carry out the following procedures:
a. Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put the lid on securely.
b. Release fuel pressure from fuel line.
c. Disconnect battery ground cable.
- When installing fuel check valve, be careful of its designated direction.
- Always replace 0-ring and clamps with new ones.
- Do not kink or twist tubes when they are being installed.
- Do not tighten hose clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.
- After installing tubes, run engine and check for fuel leaks at connections.
- Use only a genuine fuel filler cap as a replacement.

REMOVAL

CAUTION:
- Do not disconnect any fuel line unless absolutely necessary.
- Plug pipe openings to prevent entry of dust or dirt.
- Do not pull drain hose as it may become disconnected from grommet on underside of vehicle.

1. Release fuel pressure from fuel line.
2. Remove trunk front finisher.




3. Disconnect connector, tubes and clip.
4. Remove cover and grommet.




5. Disconnect drain hose and fasten its end to the body with tape to prevent it from dropping.




6. Remove filler tube.
7. Remove the two fuel tank mounting bolts, and remove fuel tank.

INSTALLATION
- Installation procedure is basically the reverse order of removal.




- Before installing fuel tank, make sure the two mounting bands are set in position. Each band has an identification mark as shown in the figure at left.