Fuel Tank: Installation

Support the fuel tank with a transmission jack and push the fuel tank harness into the access hole with the grommet.
Set the fuel tank and temporarily tighten the bolts of fuel tank bands.
WARNING: An assistant is required to perform this work.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Tank Bands & Bolts
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Connect the fuel filler hose (A) and air vent hose (B).

Fig 2: Connecting Fuel Filler Hose & Air Vent Hose
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Connect the fuel hoses, and hold them with clips and quick connector. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Fuel Delivery, Return And Evaporation Lines. >

Fig 3: Connecting Fuel Hoses
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Connect the connector to the drain valve.

Fig 4: Connecting Connector To Drain Valve
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Connect the connector to the pressure control solenoid valve.
Connect the evaporation hose to the canister and secure with the clamp.

Fig 5: Connecting Evaporation Hose To Canister & Secure With Clamp
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Tighten the band mounting bolts.
Tightening torque:

33 N.m (3.4 kgf-m, 25 ft-lb)

Fig 6: Tightening Band Mounting Bolts
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Install the rear crossmember. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Crossmember. >
Connect the connectors (A) to the fuel tank cord and plug the service hole with grommet (B).

Fig 7: Connecting Connectors (A) To Fuel Tank Cord & Plug Service Hole With Grommet
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Set the rear seat and floor mat.
Connect the connector to the fuel pump relay.

Fig 8: Connecting Connector To Fuel Pump Relay
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