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Removal and Replacement

Fuel Tank Replacement

1. Relieve the fuel pressure.
2. Drain the fuel tank.
3. Raise the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.




4. Disconnect the fuel pump subharness 4P connector (A).




5. Disconnect the fuel line quick-connect fitting (A).




6. Disconnect the fuel vapor hoses (A), and the filler neck hose and clamp (B), then gently twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.




7. Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (A).
8. Remove the strap bolts (B).




9. Remove the fuel tank. If it sticks to the undercoated mounts, carefully pry it off the mounts.
10. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.