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Fuel Tank Draining

WARNING: Before performing any fuel system related procedure, read and follow fuel system safety precautions. See FUEL SYSTEM SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
NOTE: Verify the flapper door at the bottom of the fuel filler pipe is in place after removing fuel tank drain hose.
NOTE: Special tools required: Fuel Storage Tanker (164-R3202) or equivalent. See Fig 1.
  1. Disconnect battery.
  2. Insert the fuel tank drain hose into the filler neck.
  3. Attach the fuel storage tanker to the fuel tank drain hose and remove the fuel.
  4. Remove the fuel tank drain hose.
Fig 1: Hand Pump Fuel Storage Tank (164-R3202)
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