Fuel Tank Inlet Valve Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove fuel filler cap.
Insert hose of a hand operated pump into fuel filler hose (1) and drain fuel in space "A" shown in figure.
WARNING: Store drained fuel in an airtight metal container and prevent ignition by static electricity, etc.

CAUTION: Do not force pump hose into fuel tank.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose Gap
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Hoist vehicle, and disconnect fuel tank harness connector (1).
Remove clamps (2) and fuel filler hose (3) from fuel tank.

Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Tank Harness Connector, Fuel Filler Hose And Clamps
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Remove fuel tank inlet valve (2) using flat-end screwdriver (1) or the like.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage fuel tank inlet valve (2) with tool.

Fig 3: Removing Fuel Tank Inlet Valve
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