Removal procedure
Attention! Do not smoke or use open flames in areas where work is being done on the fuel system. When working on the fuel system, disconnect the negative battery cable, except for tests that require battery voltage.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain fuel from tank. Ensure the fuel level in the tank is less than 1/4 full. If necessary, empty the fuel tank to at least this level.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the front muffler. See Section 1G1, Exhaust System - 2.0 Diesel.
5. Disconnect the fuel pump connector on the right side of the fuel tank.
6. Disconnect the filler pipe from the fuel tank.
7. Disconnect the fuel supply and return lines near the right front side of the fuel tank.
8. Remove the rear drive axle, if equipped. See Section 3B, Rear Drive Axle.
9. Support the fuel tank.
10. Remove the fuel tank clamp mounting screws.
11. Remove fuel tank straps.
12. Gently push and move the front of the fuel pump down while tilting the rear of the fuel pump up.
13. Remove fuel tank.
Installation procedure
1. Install the fuel tank in its original position.
2. Install the fuel tank clamps.
Tighten
Tighten the fixing screws of the fuel tank clamps to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
3. Connect the fuel supply and return lines near the right front side of the fuel tank.
4. Connect the fuel tank filler pipe.
5. Connect the fuel pump connector on the right rear side of the fuel tank.
