PRE-RELEASE
Fuel Tank Replacement
| Fuel Tank Replacement |
| Removal Procedure |
Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning .
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Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
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| 2. |
Drain the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Draining
.
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| 3. |
Remove the exhaust system. Refer to
Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LAU)
Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LF1)
.
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If required, remove the propeller shaft. Refer to
Propeller Shaft Replacement
.
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| 5. |
Disconnect the evaporative emission line (1). Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
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| 6. |
Loosen the upper fill pipe clamp and hose clamp (2) and slide the hose up the filler pipe.
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| 7. |
Disconnect the fuel tank electrical connector (1).
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| 8. |
Disconnect the fuel line and evaporative emission line connectors (2). Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
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| 9. |
Disconnect the evaporative emission line (1) from the canister.
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| 10. |
Support the fuel tank with a suitable jack.
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Remove the fuel tank strap bolts (1) and reposition the straps (2) downward toward the front of the vehicle.
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| 12. |
Using a suitable jack, lower the fuel tank (3).
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| 13. |
Remove the following components if replacing just the fuel tank:
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The primary fuel tank module-Refer to
Primary Fuel Tank Module Replacement (NA3, NE9, NF9)
Primary Fuel Tank Module Replacement (NT7, NU5)
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The secondary fuel tank module-Refer to
Secondary Fuel Tank Module Replacement
.
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| Installation Procedure |
| 1. |
Install the following components if fuel tank replacement was necessary:
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The primary fuel tank module-Refer to
Primary Fuel Tank Module Replacement (NA3, NE9, NF9)
Primary Fuel Tank Module Replacement (NT7, NU5)
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The secondary fuel tank module-Refer to
Secondary Fuel Tank Module Replacement
.
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| 2. |
Raise the fuel tank (3) to the vehicle.
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| 3. |
Refer to
Fastener Caution
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Ensure the fuel tank straps are seated properly. Install the fuel tank straps (2) and bolts (1) then tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb ft). |
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| 4. |
Connect the evaporative emission line (1) to the canister.
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| 5. |
Connect the fuel tank electrical connector (1).
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Connect the fuel line and evaporative emission line connectors (2). Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
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| 7. |
Connect the evaporative emission line (1). Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
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| 8. |
Install the filler pipe and tighten both hose clamps (2) to
5 Nm (44 lb in)
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| 9. |
Perform a leak down test. Refer to
Evaporative Emission System Diagnosis
.
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| 10. |
If required, install the propeller shaft. Refer to
Propeller Shaft Replacement
.
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| 11. |
Install the exhaust system. Refer to
Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LAU)
Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LF1)
.
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| 12. |
Refill the fuel tank.
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| 13. |
Inspect for fuel leaks.
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