Removal and Installation

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See LIFTING .
Use a suitable jack to support the fuel tank.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Pin-Type Retainers From Fuel Tank Strap
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Disconnect the pin-type retainers from the fuel tank strap and position the parking brake cable aside.

Fig 2: Fuel Tank Straps With Torque Specifications
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Remove the bolts and the fuel tank straps.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.