Fuel Tank: Installation

Install the fuel tank to the vehicle.
WARNING: A helper is required to perform this work.
1. Lift the fuel tank with the transmission jack.
2. Mount the fuel tank to the vehicle with a jack.
3. Install the fuel tank band that holds the fuel tank.
Tightening torque:

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

Fig 1: Locating Fuel Tank Band
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Connect the following hoses and connectors.
1. Evaporation hose
2. Fuel filler hose
3. Connector
Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Filler And Evaporation Hose
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Install the rear suspension assembly. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Rear Sub Frame. >
Install the clip that holds the harness.

Fig 3: Locating Harness Holding Clip
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Lower the vehicle.
Install the rear wheels.
Connect the quick connector on fuel delivery hose. < Refer to INSTALLATION , FUEL DELIVERY, RETURN AND EVAPORATION LINES. >
Install the service hole cover of fuel sub level sensor.

Fig 4: Locating Service Hole Cover
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Install the service hole cover of fuel pump.
1. Push on the grommet to install it to the second hole cover.
2. Tighten the bolt.
3. Connect the connector.
Fig 5: Identifying Grommet And Connector
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Install the second seat. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Second-row Seats. >
Install the fuse of fuel pump to main fuse box.
Connect the battery ground cable to the battery.