Fuel Tank Removal and Installation: Installation

Reference: FUEL TANK INSPECTION 

Reference: FUEL TANK FLUSHING PROCEDURE 

1. Raise fuel tank (1) with jack (2) and then install fuel tank to vehicle.

   Tightening torque 

   Fuel tank bolt (a): 45 N.m (4.6 kg-m, 33.5 lbf-ft) 

   Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Tank With Jack And Fuel Tank Bolt

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2. Connect fuel feed pipe (fuel pump side) (1) to fuel feed pipe (body side) (2), and clamp them securely, see FUEL HOSE DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING .
   NOTE: Clearance "a" between quick joint (3) and parking cable clamp (4) should be more than 15 mm.
   Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Feed Pipe (Fuel Pump Side) And Fuel Feed Pipe (Body Side)

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3. Connect breather hose (1) and EVAP canister hose (2).
   Fig 3: Identifying Breather Hose And EVAP Canister Hose

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4. Install fuel filler hose (1) to fuel tank and secure it with clamps (2) referring to FUEL HOSE DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING .
5. Connect fuel tank harness connector (3).
   Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose With Clamps

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6. Install parking brake cable clamp to vehicle body, see PARKING BRAKE COMPONENTS .
7. For 4WD model, install propeller shaft, see PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
8. Install exhaust pipe No. 2, see EXHAUST SYSTEM COMPONENTS .
9. Connect negative (-) cable to battery.
10. With engine stationary, ignition mode of keyless push start system in "ON" and check for fuel leaks, see Fuel Leakage Check Procedure .