Fuel Tank Replacement

Relieve the fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING ).
Drain the fuel tank (see FUEL PRESSURE TEST ).
Raise the vehicle on a lift.
Disconnect the fuel pump subharness 4P connector (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Pump Subharness 4P Connector
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Disconnect the fuel line quick-connect fitting (A).

Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Line Quick-Connect Fitting
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Disconnect the fuel vapor hoses (A), and the filler neck hose and clamp (B), then gently twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.

Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Vapor Hoses And Filler Neck Hose And Clamp
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Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (A).

Fig 4: Fuel Tank And Strap Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Remove the strap bolts (B).
Remove the fuel tank. If it sticks to the undercoated mounts, carefully, pry it off the mounts.

Fig 5: Ring Pull And Fuel Vapor Hose Connector With Torque Specification
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Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: New fuel tanks have a ring pull (A) at the fuel vapor hose connector (B). When you connect the hose and confirm that the connection is secure, remove the ring pull by pulling it down.