Removal Procedure

WARNING:

WARNING:

WARNING:

Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
Drain the fuel tank. Fuel Tank Draining
Relieve the fuel pressure:Fuel Pressure Relief
Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
NOTE:
Do not cut the exhaust system.

Exhaust System(1) - Remove - Exhaust System Replacement (Notchback)Exhaust System Replacement (Hatchback)Exhaust System Replacement (1.6L Diesel LH7)
Fuel Tank Heat Shield(1) - Remove - Fuel Tank Heat Shield Replacement (1.4L LE2, and 1.6L Diesel LH7 - Notchback)Fuel Tank Heat Shield Replacement (1.6L Diesel LH7 - Hatchback)
Parking Brake Cable Nut(3) - Remove[2x]
Parking Brake Cable(2)@Retainer(4) - Remove[2x]
Parking Brake Cable(2)@Parking Brake Cable Bracket(1) - Remove
Hang both parking brake cables aside.
Fuel Feed Pipe - Underbody(1) - Disconnect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Disconnect the evaporative emission canister front pipe (1). Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Close all connections with EN-6015 plugs.
Evaporative Emission Canister Filter Pipe(2)@Evaporative Emission Canister(1) - Disconnect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Evaporative Emission Canister Filter Pipe(2) - Position aside
Disconnect the electrical connector.(1)
Support the fuel tank with a suitable jack.(3)
Fuel Tank Strap Bolt(4) - Remove[4x]
Fuel Tank Strap(2) - Remove[2x]
Remove the fuel tank (1) by retracting the jack (3).

NOTE:

A second technician is required.