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Fuel Tank Draining Procedure On the Ground

TOOLS REQUIRED
^ SA309738 Adapter Fitting
^ 7000081-SAT3 ScanTool




1. Remove air cleaner inlet tubing from throttle body.

NOTE: Fuel supply lines will remain pressurized for long periods of time after the engine is shutdown. This pressure must be relieved before servicing the fuel system.

2. Relieve pressure in fuel pressure at fuel pressure test port (refer to "Relieving Fuel System Pressure"). Service and Repair

CAUTION: Whenever fuel line fittings are loosened or removed, wrap a shop cloth around the fitting and have an approved container available to collect any fuel.




3. Disconnect fuel feed line at fuel rail and install adapter fitting SA309738 into fuel line.

CAUTION: Never drain or store fuel in an open container due to the possibility of fire or explosion.

4. Connect suitable fuel hose to adapter fitting and connect other end of hose to certified fuel handling cart.
5. Connect Scan tool to vehicle and turn ignition On.
6. Energize the fuel pump using the Scan tool (refer to "Energizing Fuel Pump"). Energizing the Fuel Pump
7. Pump out all fuel (or until no more than 1/4 tank remains).