Installation Procedure
Fuel Tank Front Shield (2) - Install
- Fuel Tank Heat Shield Retainer (1) - Install [2x]
Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
- Fuel Tank (1) - Install
Fuel Tank Strap (2) - Install [2x]
- Fuel Tank Strap Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
- Remove the adjustable jack from under the fuel tank.
- Connect the hose and wiring harness retainers as necessary.
Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Hose (2) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
- Fuel Pump Fuel Feed Hose (1) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Hose (4) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
- Fuel Tank Filler Hose (3) - Install
- Fuel Tank Filler Hose Clamp (2) - Tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Wiring Harness (1) - Connect
Rear Wheel Drive Differential Carrier Housing Gasket (2) - Install NEW
- Driveline Torque Tube (1) @ Differential Carrier Assembly - Install
- Using a suitable jack stand support the driveline torque tube.
- NOTE:
The driveline torque tube and differential carrier are balanced as an assembly. When re-using the original driveline torque tube it should be re-installed in the same position in relation the pinion splines.
Ensure the driveline torque tube and pinion spline marks (1) are aligned.
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolts. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Driveline Torque Tube Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
Differential Carrier Front Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Remove the jack stand from under the differential carrier.
- Install the propeller shaft. Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
- Refill the fuel tank.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
Refer to Fastener Caution .