Fuel Tank: Installation
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- Place fuel tank on top of transmission jack. Connect vapor separator rollover valve hose. Raise tank into position, and carefully work filler tube into tank. Transmission fluid may be used to lubricate tube as an aid in assembly.CAUTION: Ensure vapor vent hose is clipped to tank and is not pinched between tank and floor pan during installation. Ensure straps are not twisted or bent before and after tightening strap nuts.
- Install strap bolts. Remove transmission jack. Connect lines, and drain tube cap and wiring connector. Use new hose clamps.
- Install filler tube and tighten filler tube-to-inner and outer quarter panel screws. On affected models, install gasket between filler tube and inner quarter panel before installing mounting screws.
- On all models, replace cap on drain tube using new hose clamp. Fill fuel tank, and replace filler cap. Connect negative battery cable. Check for proper operation.