FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Fuel Tank Draining Procedure

WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS. SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES. NEVER SMOKE WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.

1. Remove fuel filler cap.
2. Perform the Fuel System Pressure Release procedure.
3. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
4. Drain fuel tank into holding tank or a properly labeled Gasoline safety container.