Fuel Tank Strap Removal Note

NOTE:

The tool cannot reach the fitting bolt (rear) of the fuel tank strap in ways other than shown in the figure. Remove the fuel tank strap according to the following procedure.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Tank Strap

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Insert the extension into the service hole on the rear crossmember.

Fig 2: Inserting Extension Into Service Hole On Rear Crossmember
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Attach the socket to the extension in the service hole.
Remove the fuel tank strap.

Fig 3: Attaching Socket To Extension In Service Hole
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