Removal Procedure
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to FUEL PRESSURE RELIEF
for 2.0L or FUEL PRESSURE RELIEF
for 2.4L.
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to FUEL TANK DRAINING
for 2.0L or FUEL TANK DRAINING (NON E-85)
or FUEL TANK DRAINING (E-85)
for 2.4L.
- Remove the right rear wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the exhaust rear muffler. .
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- Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe quick connect fitting (1) from the chassis fuel feed pipe (2).
- Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe retainer (3) from the chassis fuel pipe (4).
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- Disconnect the evaporative emission canister purge pipe (1).
- Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (2).
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- Have assistants support either side of the fuel tank.
- Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
- Remove fuel tank strap fastener (1) and straps (2).
- Have the assistants rest the fuel tank on the adjustable jack.
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- Disconnect the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness electrical connector (1), from the fuel tank fuel pump module.
- Once the tank is clear of the frame, lower the fuel tank down and remove forward toward the right side of the vehicle.
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- Detach the fuel tank shield retainer (1).
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- Remove the fuel tank shield (1).