Fuel Delivery and Air Induction: Service and Repair

IMPORTANT: Clean the fuel tank if a fuel system problem is caused by contaminated fuel or other foreign material in the fuel system. Replace the fuel tank if the tank is rusted or is still contaminated after cleaning.

1. Remove the fuel tank from the vehicle.
2. Remove the clamp and the fuel filler hose from the fuel tank.
3. Remove the clamp and the fuel breather hose from the fuel tank.
4. Remove the fuel sender assembly from the fuel tank.
5. Remove the fuel tank pressure sensor from the fuel tank.
6. Remove the fill limiter vent valve from the fuel tank.

IMPORTANT: The fuel and water mixture is a hazardous material. Dispose of the fuel and water mixture in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

7. Drain the fuel tank.
8. Remove all of the water from the fuel tank.
9. Blow out the fuel pipes, lines, and fittings with clean, oil free compressed air.
10. Install the fill limiter vent valve to the fuel tank.
11. Install the fuel tank pressure sensor to the fuel tank.
12. Install the fuel sender assembly to the fuel tank.
13. Install the clamp and the fuel filler hose to the fuel tank.
14. Install the clamp and the fuel breather hose to the fuel tank.
15. Install the fuel tank to the vehicle.
16. Refill the fuel tank.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice.

17. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten
Tighten the negative battery cable terminal retainer to 5.5 N.m (49 lb in).

18. Inspect for fuel leaks and repair as necessary.