Removal

Warning
Fuel is explosive. An empty fuel tank can still contain explosive gases. Supply adequate ventilation to the work area. Do not smoke and keep sparks and open flames away. Purge fumes from the tank as soon as possible. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank before removing the tank.

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove rear seat cushion.








3. Disconnect fuel delivery module and tank pressure sensor connectors.
4. Remove three screws attaching access cover.
5. Remove rubber grommet and wires from access cover.
6. Remove access cover.
7. Disconnect two fuel hose quick connectors from fuel -delivery module.
8. Raise vehicle.
9. Disconnect canister close valve connector.
10. Position a lifting device below center of fuel tank.
11. Disconnect two fuel hose quick connectors attached to fuel filter.
12. Disconnect fuel vapor hose attached to canister.
13. Loosen joint hose clamp attached to fuel tank.
14. Disconnect joint hose from fuel tank.
15. Remove two bolts attaching fuel tank straps and remove fuel tank straps.

Caution
Cover the open ports on the fuel tank with plastic caps or other available covers to avoid fuel vapor contaminating the work area.

16. Remove fuel tank from vehicle.





17. Remove four bolts attaching rollover valve and remove rollover valve from tank.