Fuel Tank Unit: Installation

Fuel Tank Unit - Temporarily Insert

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1. Insert the fuel tank unit (A) partially into the fuel tank with a new O-ring (B).

Be careful not to damage the new O-ring.
Be careful not to bend or twist the fuel level sensor arm (C) excessively.
Do not coat the base gasket with oil.

Fuel Tank Unit - Align

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1. Align the marks (A) on the fuel tank and fuel tank unit, then insert the fuel tank unit into the fuel tank.

NOTE: To avoid a fuel leak, check the O-ring, visually or by hand, to make sure it is not pinched.

Fuel Tank Unit - Install

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1. Tighten a new locknut (A) by hand holding the fuel tank unit vertically.

NOTE: Before tightening, align the mark (B) on the locknut to the start of the thread (C).

Fig 1: Fuel Tank Unit locknut With Torque Specifications

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2. Using the fuel nut wrench, tighten the locknut to the specified torque.

NOTE:

After tightening, make sure the marks (A) are still aligned.
After installation, check the O-ring, visually or by hand, to make sure it is not pinched.

Fuel Line Quick-Connect Fitting - Connect

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Fuel Leak - Check

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1. Connect the fuel tank unit connector (A).

2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, but do not start the engine. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel line will be pressurized. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.

Access Panel - Install

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1. Install the access panel (A) to the floor.

Second Row Seat (Left Side) - Install - Refer to:
Second Row Seat Removal and Installation (Bench) or

Second Row Seat Removal and Installation (Captain, .