Removal (Side Mounted Type)

Fuel Tank

Fuel System

Service Precautions

The fuel tank is attached to the bracket by a metal strap backed with a rubber cushion strip. A ventilation valve is installed at the top of the fuel tank to relieve excess pressure. A drain plug is located in the bottom of the tank for draining purposes. The fuel tank identification tag is located next to the filler cap.

Fuel tank replacement

NOTE: To prevent possible accident when working on fuel system, disconnect the negative (-) battery cable(s) and provide the appropriate fire fighting and safety equipment in accordance with local fire and safety regulations. Before removing the fuel tank to repair a leakage, a careful inspection of the tank should be made to determine the actual source of the leak. 'Seam leaks' often turn out to be leaks at the filler neck, fuel line connections, or at the tank sending unit seal. In such cases, fuel runs down the side of the tank to the flanges and drips off at points along the seam giving a false indication of leaking seams. If careful inspection reveals that the tank is actually leaking, remove the tank for repairs as required.

A leakage of fuel tank must be repaired or replaced immediately. In addition to increased operating expense, leaking fuel tanks represent a serious fire hazard.

Side mounted type







Removal (Side mounted type)

1. Battery negative cable.
2. Drain plug.
- Place a container under the drain plug to catch the fuel.

3. Fuel lines.
4. Wires from the sending unit.
- On vehicles where the top of the tank is not easily accessible, loosen the mounting strap enough to rotate the tank and disconnect the fuel lines and wires.
- Place a jack or suitable support under the fuel tank.

5. Nuts from the mounting strap stud bolts.
6. Fuel tank from vehicle.
- Use a jack or suitable support.