Tank Removal
- After draining tank, temporarily place upper section of fuel pump module back into fuel tank.
- Raise vehicle.
- If equipped, remove fuel tank skid plate and tow hooks. Certain equipment packages will also require removal of the trailer hitch.
- Disconnect fuel filter ground strap.
- Disconnect fuel filter outlet line from body retention clip located on frame near front/center of tank. Place a small screwdriver into side of clip and twist for removal. Also disconnect Leak Detection Pump (LDP) line from this clip.
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- Remove both 3/4" hoses at sides of Leak Detection Pump (LDP).
- Disconnect 3/4" flow management valve hose at EVAP canister.
- Remove fuel fill hose clamp at fuel tank, and disconnect hose from fuel tank.
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- A third fuel line is attached to bottom of fuel filter. The disconnection point (quick-connect fitting) for this 3rd line is approximately 1 foot from front of tank towards front of vehicle. See Fig 1. Clean connection point before disconnection. Disconnect by pressing on tabs at side of quick-connect fitting. Also disconnect LDP vent line near this same point.
- Disconnect 2 vacuum/vent hoses from plastic retention clip at left/front of fuel tank line. See Fig 1.
- Support tank with a hydraulic jack.
- Remove 4 fuel tank strap bolts (2 at front of tank; 2 at rear of tank), and remove both tank support straps. See Fig 1.
- Carefully lower tank a few inches and disconnect electrical connector at top of LDP. To disconnect electrical connector: Push upward on red colored tab to unlock. Push on black colored tab while removing connector.
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- Continue lowering tank while guiding remaining hoses and lines.
- If fuel tank is to be replaced, remove LDP, fuel filter and fuel pump module from tank. Refer to Leak Detection Pump, Fuel Filter and Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation procedures.