Fuel Tank - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: The fuel system is under constant high pressure even with engine off. Until the fuel pressure has been properly released from the system, do not attempt to open the fuel system. Do not smoke or use open flames/sparks when servicing the fuel system. Wear protective clothing and eye protection. Make sure the area in which the vehicle is being serviced is in a well ventilated area and free of flames/sparks. Failure to comply may result in serious or fatal injury.

WARNING: No sparks, open flames or smoking. Risk of poisoning from inhaling and swallowing fuel. Pour fuel only into appropriately marked OSHA approved containers. Wear protective clothing. Risk of injury to eyes and skin from contact with fuel.





1. Perform the fuel pressure release procedure Service and Repair.
2. Perform the draining fuel tank procedure . Procedures
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable (1).
4. Raise and support the vehicle.
5. Remove the left rear tire.





6. Remove the push-pins (1) that secure the rear wheelhouse shield to the body.
7. Remove the left rear wheelhouse splash shield (2).





8. Disconnect the fuel filler tube ORVR vent line (2).
9. Remove the fuel filler tube retaining bolt (1).





10. Remove the under body splash shield (1).





11. Remove the hose clamp from the fuel filler tube.





12. Remove fuel filler tube from the rubber hose on the fuel tank and position aside.





13. Remove the muffler and tailpipe assembly (2) . Removal





14. Remove the propeller shaft Propeller Shaft - Removal.
15. Remove the heat shield retainers (2) and remove the heat shield (1).





16. Remove the right underbody splash shield (1).





17. Disconnect the EVAP line in the right rear wheel well.





18. Disconnect the vapor line.





19. Disconnect the fuel supply line.
20. Using a suitable hydraulic jack with a fuel tank adapter, support the fuel tank.





21. Remove the fuel tank support strap retaining bolts.





22. Remove the fuel tank support straps.





23. Carefully lower the fuel tank and pull the ORVR vent line through bracket.





24. Lower and remove the fuel tank from the vehicle.