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Fuel Tank Draining

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

NOTE: To drain the fuel tank is to remove as much fuel as possible before servicing the fuel tank.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Use a hand operated pump device to drain as much fuel as possible through the filler neck Remove fuel and reinstall filler cap.
3. Drain the fuel.
4. Reinstall the filler cap.