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Removal Procedure
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- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
- Remove the frame brace. Refer to Frame Brace Replacement
in Frame and Underbody.
- Loosen the fuel hose clamp (1) at the fuel tank.
- Separate the fuel hose (2) from the fuel tank.
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- Disconnect the fuel tank pressure sensor electrical connector (3).
- Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) vent valve electrical connector (2).
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- Disconnect the fuel feed, return and EVAP pipes. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
- Cap the fuel and EVAP pipes in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
- Remove propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement
in Propeller Shaft.
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- With the aid of an assistant, support the fuel tank.
- Remove the fuel tank strap bolts (1).
- Remove the fuel tank straps (2).
- Carefully lower the fuel tank.
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- Disconnect the fuel sender electrical connector (1).
- Remove the fuel tank.
- Place the fuel tank in a suitable work area.
- If the fuel tank is not being replaced, go to the Installation Procedure.