Fuel Tank Draining
Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Storage Tanker | 164-R3202 or equivalent | |
| Fuel Drain Hose | 310-F013 |
WARNING:
Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
WARNING:
This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
- Release the fuel tank filler cap and position aside.
- Insert the hose guide in the filler neck.
- Insert the chamfered end of the hose into the filler neck through the guide tube. Insert the hose until the stop contacts the guide tube. If the stop does not contact the guide tube, remove the hose and repeat the procedure.
- Attach the fuel storage tanker to the hose and siphon the fuel from the tank.