K. Install Fuel Tank - Roadster

1. Install the fuel tank half way through the trunk opening.

2. Connect the fuel pump module electrical connector to the fuel pump module.

3. Connect the fuel line to the pressure regulator.

4. Connect the rollover valve vent tube.

5. Slide the tank into position.

6. Reach through the access panel opening and connect the filler tube to the fuel tank (Figure 19). Then tighten the hose clamp.

7. Position the fuel filler neck in the opening of the body panel (Figure 18). Install and tighten the mounting screws securely.

8. Reach through the access panel opening and install the two fuel tank attaching bolts. Tighten the bolts to 175 in. lbs. (20 N.m).

9. Install the fuel tank access panel using the following procedure:

a. Clean off any old sealant from the access panel and trunk pan.

b. Apply a 1/2 inch bead of Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant (P/N 04883971), or equivalent, around the outer edge of the fuel tank access panel.





c. Position the access panel into the opening in the trunk pan (Figure 38).

d. Install rivets (P/N 06034578) to hold the fuel tank access panel to the trunk pan.

NOTE:
When using power rivet gun (P/N W-AK175ACH), use the provided gold color nose piece (P/N W-202145) to install these rivets. The rivet gun will not pull the special rivet (P/N 06034578) correctly if the gold colored nose piece is not installed on the rivet gun.

CAUTION:
Do not substitute rivets. Use only P/N 06034578 rivets.

e. Wipe off any excess silicone sealant from the perimeter of the access panel.

10. Install the spare tire.

11. Clean the truck area.

12. Continue with Section "M - Install Differential."