Fuel Tank Replacement

Drain the fuel tank (see FUEL TANK DRAINING ).
Reinstall the fuel tank unit without connecting the fuel tank unit 4P connector and the quick-connect fitting (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING INSTALLATION ).
Remove the fuel fill pipe cover (see FUEL FILL PIPE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the quick-connect fittings (A) (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING REMOVAL ) and the fuel fill tube (B) from the fuel fill pipe. Slide back the clamps, then twist the hose as you pull to avoid damaging it.

Fig 1: Identifying Quick-Connect Fittings And Fuel Fill Tube
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Raise the vehicle on a lift.
Disconnect the hose (A) from the EVAP canister.

Fig 2: Identifying Hose And Clamp
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Remove the hose (B) from the clamp (C).
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the hose.
Remove the exhaust pipe (see EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the middle floor undercover (see FRONT FLOOR UNDERCOVER REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the fuel tank protector (A).

Fig 3: Fuel Tank Protector, Strap Bolts, Fuel Tank And Straps With Torque Specifications
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Remove the right parking brake cable mounting bolts (see PARKING BRAKE CABLE REPLACEMENT ).
Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (B).
Remove the strap bolts (C) and the straps (D).
Remove the fuel tank.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- New fuel tanks have a ring pull (E) at the fuel vapor hose connector (F). When you connect the hose and confirm that the connection is secure, remove the ring pull by pulling it down.
- Before connecting the fuel fill pipe and the quick-connect fitting, check for dirt, and clean it if needed, taking care not to damage the fuel fill pipe or other parts.
- When installing the fuel tank protector, make sure to insert it into the clip (G) in the direction shown.