Fuel Tank: Removal
- Release fuel pressure from fuel system. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Remove air cleaner lid and air intake hose. Disconnect negative battery cable.
- Remove fuel cap slowly to release tank pressure. Raise and support vehicle. Drain fuel from fuel tank. See FUEL TANK DRAINING .
- Disconnect fuel tank from rubber fill hose. There may be fuel in the fuel tube. Remove hose carefully to reduce fuel splash. Remove bolts from the fuel tank straps. Lower fuel tank and remove the EVAP line and recirculation line. Remove vacuum line from leak detection pump.
- Disconnect fuel line from front of tank using proper procedure for fuel line disconnect fitting. See FUEL LINE DISCONNECT FITTINGS . Disconnect fuel tank harness connector. Remove hoses from EVAP canister. Remove fuel tank from vehicle.