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Fuel Tank Replacement

Fuel Tank Replacement



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Warning

Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby.



Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the battery negative terminal connection. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

2. Remove the muffler. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LAU/A28NER) Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LBS/A20DTH) Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Spare part) .

3. If equipped, remove the fuel tank protector. Refer to Underbody Rear Air Deflector Replacement .

4. Release the electrical connectors (Qty 2).


1

Fuel Tank Strap Fastener (Qty: 2)

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten

20 Nm (15 lb ft)

2

Fuel Tank Strap (Qty: 2)

Procedures

Move the fuel tank straps down and out of the way.

3

Fuel Tank Filler Hose


Procedures

1. Release the retainer.

2. Pull the fuel tank filler hose away from the fuel tank.


4

Fuel Tank Filler Hose Breather Hose

Procedures

Pull the fuel tank filler hose breather hose away from the fuel tank.

5

Fuel Filter Feed and Return Pipe

Procedures

Release the fuel pump feed and return pipes and move to one side.

6

Fuel Filter Retaining Ring


Procedures

1. Release the fuel pump retaining ring.

2. Lift out the retaining ring to access the fuel pump.


Special Tools

EN-49232 Fuel Pump Locking Ring Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

7

Fuel Pump

Warning

Do not run the fuel pump unless it is submerged in fuel. Failure to do so could damage the pump.


8

Fuel Tank

Warning

Use extreme care when lowering the fuel tank. The fuel sender is made of plastic. Lowering the fuel tank may damage the fuel sender.