FUEL TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3]

Warning

• Repairing a fuel tank that has not been properly steam cleaned can be dangerous. Explosion or fire may cause death or serious injury. Always properly steam clean a fuel tank before repairing it.

• A person charged with static electricity could cause a fire or explosion, resulting in death or serious injury. Before draining fuel, make sure to discharge static electricity by touching the vehicle body.

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.

2. Perform the 'Fuel Line Safety Procedure' referring to the BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [L3].)

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

4. Remove the fuel pump unit. (See FUEL PUMP UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3].)

5. Drain the fuel from the service hole.

6. Remove the LH rear tire.

7. Remove the main silencer.

8. Remove in the order indicated in the figure.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal.

10. Inspect all parts by performing the AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION. (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [L3].)

R.H.D. model

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L.H.D. model

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Fuel Tank Removal Note (4WD Vehicles)

1. Remove the propeller shaft. (See PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Position the rear differential out of way.

3. Remove the fuel tank.

Evaporative Hose Installation Note

1. Install the evaporative hose and clamp as shown in the figure.

Breather Hose Installation Note

1. Install the breather hose and clamps as shown in the figure.

Joint Hose Installation Note

1. Install the joint hose and clamps as shown in the figure.