Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

WARNING: Do not smoke while working on fuel system. Keep open flame away from your work area.

1. Relieve the fuel pressure.
2. Remove the seat cushion.
3. Remove the access panel from the floor.
4. Disconnect the 2P (C565) and 3P (C564) connectors and 6P (C568) connector.
5. Disconnect the hose and quick-connect fittings.
6. Jack up the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.
7. Remove the fuel hose joint protector and heat shield.
8. Remove the drain bolt, and drain the fuel into an approved container.
9. Disconnect the hoses. Slide back the clamps, then twist hoses as you pull, to avoid damaging them.
10. Place a jack, or other support, under the tank.
11. Remove the strap nuts, and let the straps fall free.
12. Remove the fuel tank. If it sticks on the undercoat applied to its mount, carefully pry it off the mount.
13. Install the drain bolt with a new washer, then coat the drain bolt with Noxrust 124B, Allow the Noxrust dry for 20 minutes.
14. Install the remaining parts in the reverse order of removal.