Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

Fuel Tank Replacement

1. Drain the fuel tank: Remove the fuel tank unit. Using a hand pump, a hose, and a container suitable for gasoline, draw the fuel from the fuel tank.
2. Jack up the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.




3. 4WD model:
Remove the propeller shaft. Remove the rear differential mounting bolt (A), then support it with jackstands.
4. Loosen the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister bracket bolt.
5. Remove the fuel tank guard (B).
6. Loosen the clamp (C).
7. Disconnect the fuel vapor hose (D), hoses (E) and parking brake cable holder bolts (F). Slide back the clamps, then twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.
8. Place a jack or other support under the tank (G).
9. Remove the strap bolts and the strap (H).
10. Remove the fuel tank.
11. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.