To remove

Reduce the fuel pressure by removing fuse 2 when the engine is running (fuse 2 is in the electrical box in front of the battery). When the engine has stopped, turn the ignition key to LOCK and refit the fuse.

Fig 1: Identifying Location Of Fuse 2
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Drain the fuel tank. See EMPTYING THE FUEL TANK . Remove the tank cap.
Place the car on a lift.
Raise the car.
Remove the right rear wheel.
Remove the bolts and nuts to the fender liner.

Fig 2: Removing Bolts And Nuts
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Release the fender liner from the stud bolts.
Release the fender liner from the liner edge starting at the back. Then release the entire liner edge. Remove the fender liner.

Fig 3: Locating Liner
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Undo the rear spoiler shield. CV: Remove Chassis reinforcement, rear subframe, CV, right-hand side.

Fig 4: Removing Rear Spoiler Shield
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Remove the rubber mounts and carefully lower the exhaust system, fasten with 83 95 212 STRAP .

Fig 5: Removing Rubber Mounts
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Separate the fuel connections and vent connections at the carbon canister. Catch any spilled fuel.

Fig 6: Illustration For Step (11 And 13)
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Seal the connections to the outlet line from the fuel pump.
Separate and remove the connector at the evaporative emission canister.
Detach the hose between the filler pipe and tank, and separate the fast coupling on the vent.

Fig 7: Detaching Hose
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Place a single-support lift under the tank, remove the tank straps and fuel tank. Be careful when removing the tank, ensure that no components or connections are damaged.

Fig 8: Removing Tank Straps And Fuel Tank
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