Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

Fuel Tank Replacement

1. Drain the fuel tank. Service and Repair

2. Reinstall the fuel tank unit and the secondary fuel gauge sending unit without connecting the fuel tank unit 5P connector, the secondary fuel gauge sending unit 5P connector and the quick -connect fitting.

3. Remove the propeller shaft. Propeller Shaft Removal

4. Remove the rear differential. Rear Differential Removal

5. Lift the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.

6. Remove the fuel tank covers (A) and parking brake cable bolts (B).






7. Remove the clip (A) from the EVAP canister bracket.

8. Disconnect the hoses (B). Slide back the clamps, then twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.

9. Place a jack or other support under the tank (C).

10. Remove the strap bolts (D), and the straps (E).

11. Remove the fuel tank. If it sticks to the undercoat on its mount, carefully pry it off the mount.

12. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:

- The new fuel vent hose and the fuel vent return hose have ring pull (F) at the connectors. When you connect the hoses and confirm that the connections are secure, remove the ring pulls by pulling them down.

- Before connecting the fuel fill pipe and the quick-connect fitting, check for dirt, and clean it if needed, taking care not to damage the fuel fill pipe and other parts.