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Installation Procedure

    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  1. Install the heat shield.

    Tighten:  Tighten the 3 heat shield nuts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

  2. Fig 1: View Of Gasket, Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module And Anti-Twist Protection
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    CAUTION: Drain the fuel from the fuel sender assembly into an approved container in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. Never store the fuel in an open container.
    IMPORTANT: Install the fuel tank fuel pump module carefully downward.
  3. Install the fuel tank fuel pump module in the fuel tank.
      IMPORTANT: The anti-twist protection (3) must point against the driving direction (arrow).
    • Install the new gasket (1).
    • Install the fuel tank fuel pump module in the right position (2).
  4. Install the fuel tank fuel pump module cover using J 45722  /KM-J-45722. See Special Tools .

    Rotate the retaining ring clockwise.

  5. Install the wiring harness at the fuel tank fuel pump module.
    • Connect the wiring harness plug at the fuel tank fuel pump module.
    • Connect the wiring harness plug to the pressure sensor fuel tank.
    • Install the wiring harness at the bracket in 4 places.
  6. Install the vent line to the fuel filler pipe.

    Connect the quick-release fitting.

  7. Install the rear fuel supply line.
    • Connect the quick-release fittings.
    • Install the rear fuel supply line at the bracket.
  8. Install the vent line at the fuel tank to the evaporative emission canister.

    Connect the quick-release fittings.

  9. Install the 2 vent lines at the bracket.
  10. Install the rear purge valve.
    • Install the rear purge valve at the bracket.
    • Connect the wiring harness at the rear purge valve.

      Connect the wiring harness plug.

    • Install the vent line at rear purge valve.

      Connect the quick-release fitting.

    • Install the vent line at the evaporative emission canister to the rear purge valve.

      Connect the quick-release fitting.

  11. Install the rear vent line at the bracket.
  12. Install the evaporative emission canister.
    • Install the evaporative emission canister at the bracket.
    • Install the rear vent line.

      Connect the quick-release fitting.

    • Attach the vent line at the evaporative emission canister to the rear purge valve.

      Connect the quick-release fitting.

    • Attach the vent line at the fuel tank to the evaporative emission canister.

      Connect the quick-release fitting.

  13. With the aid of an assistant, position fuel tank.
  14. Install the 2 fuel tank holding straps.

    Tighten:  Tighten the 4 bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

  15. Extend the jack.
  16. Install the parking brake cable to the bracket in 7 places.
  17. Install the rear fuel lines to the middle fuel lines.

    Connect the 2 quick-release fittings.

  18. Install the fuel filler tube to the fuel tank.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clamp to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).

  19. Connect the vent hose to the vent pipe.

    Connect the quick-release fitting.

  20. Install the wiring harness plug of the fuel tank fuel pump module.
  21. Install the complete exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement .
  22. Install the wiring harness of the pressure sensor (atmospheric pressure) to the fuel filler tube.

    Install the 3 cable ties.

  23. Lower the vehicle halfway.
  24. Install the wiring harness of the pressure sensor (atmospheric pressure).
    • Install the wiring harness plug.
    • Install the 3 cable ties.
  25. Install the wheel housing inner paneling, right rear.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the 2 wheel housing inner paneling nuts to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
    • Tighten the 2 wheel housing inner paneling bolts to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  26. Mount the right rear wheel.
  27. Lower the vehicle halfway.
  28. Install the right rear wheel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the right rear wheel to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

  29. Install the battery.

    Connect the ground clamp to the ground terminal.

    Tighten:  Tighten the ground clamp nut to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

  30. For programming procedures, refer to Control Module References .
  31. Close the hood.