Fuel Tank Inlet Valve Removal And Installation: Removal

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Remove fuel filler cap.
Insert hose of a hand operated pump into fuel filler hose (1) and drain fuel in space "A" as shown in figure.
CAUTION: Do not force pump hose into fuel tank, or pump hose may damage to fuel tank inlet valve (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Tank Inlet Valve & Fuel Filler Hose
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Hoist vehicle, and remove clamps (2) and fuel filler hose (1) from fuel filler neck.

Fig 2: Identifying Clamps & Fuel Filler Hose
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Remove fuel tank inlet valves (1) using flat head rod (2) or the like.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage fuel tank inlet valve (1) with flat head rod (2) or the like.

Fig 3: Removing Fuel Tank Inlet Valve
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