Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

Fuel Tank:

WARNING: Do not smoke or have anything in the area which can ignite.

1. Remove negative battery terminal.
2. Remove fuel filler cap.
3. Siphon fuel from tank using a suitable tool.
4. Access the pump and sending unit cover as follows.
^ Sedan: Remove the forward access panel located in the trunk under floor mat.
^ Wagon: Fold rear seat forward. Remove floor mat screws and pull mat forward.
5. Remove the access cover.
6. Remove breather, return, supply hose and wiring from pump/sending unit assembly.
7. Remove filler hose clamp and remove hose.
8. Remove the tank screws and remove fuel tank.
9. Reinstall tank in reverse order and check the following:
a. Rustproof top of tank before installing.
b. Check alignment of filler hose (see image).
c. Always use new o-ring when connecting filler hose.
d. Rustproof rest of tank and check for leaks.