Installation Procedure
- Using the adjustable jack, slowly raise and reposition the fuel tank (3) in order to install the tank to the vehicle.
- Install the fuel tank straps (1) and nuts (2).
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Remove the adjustable jack from under the fuel tank.
- Clip the parking brake cables to the fuel tank straps. Install the rear parking brake cable to frame rail bolts.
- Install the evaporative emission canister. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement .
- Install the fuel fill pipe (6) hose to the fuel tank.
- Tighten the fuel fill pipe hose clamp (1) at the fuel tank.
Tighten: Tighten the clamp to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Connect the fuel tank vapor line quick connect fitting (2) to the fill pipe recirculation line (5). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the fill pipe vent line quick connect fitting (4) to the fuel tank fresh air line (3). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
- Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LAT or LE5) or Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LZ4) or Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LY7) or Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LCS) .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Perform the following procedure in order to inspect for leaks:
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
- Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
CAUTION:
Do not bend the fuel tank straps. Bending the fuel tank straps may cause damage to the straps.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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NOTE:
Ensure that the notch in the fuel fill pipe hose aligns with the locating tab on the fuel tank.