FUEL TANK INSTALLATION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSTALL FUEL TANK VENT HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Engage the 2 clamps to install the fuel tank vent hose sub-assembly to the fuel tank assembly.

  2. INSTALL FUEL TANK MAIN TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Engage the 4 clamps to install the fuel tank main tube sub-assembly to the fuel tank assembly.

  3. INSTALL FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY

    CAUTION:

    The fuel tank assembly is very heavy. Be sure to follow the procedure described in the repair manual, or the fuel tank assembly may fall off the engine lifter.

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    1. Set the fuel tank assembly on an engine lifter.

      Note

      Using height adjustment attachments and plate lift attachments, keep the fuel tank assembly horizontal.

    2. Using the engine lifter, slowly raise the fuel tank assembly, and then temporarily install the fuel tank assembly with the 4 bolts.

    3. Install the fuel tank side plate to the fuel tank assembly.

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      Tighten the 4 bolts in the order shown in the illustration.

      Torque:
      45 N*m  { 459 kgf*cm, 33 ft.*lbf }

      Note


      • Be careful not to drop the fuel tank assembly.

      • When installing the fuel tank assembly, tilt it slightly to prevent it from interfering with the surrounding parts.

  4. CONNECT FUEL TANK VENT HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


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      Connect the fuel tank vent hose sub-assembly to the canister (charcoal canister assembly).

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  5. CONNECT FUEL TANK MAIN TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Connect the fuel tank main tube sub-assembly to the fuel pipe.

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  6. CONNECT FUEL TANK TO FILLER PIPE HOSE


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      *a 120°
      *b 15°
      *c Top of Vehicle
      *d Paint Mark (Fuel Tank To Filler Pipe Hose)
      *e Protrusion (Fuel Tank Assembly)

      Connect the fuel tank to filler pipe hose to the fuel tank assembly and tighten the clamp to secure it.

      Tech Tips

      Make sure the clamp and fuel tank to filler pipe hose are positioned within the area shown in the illustration.

  7. CONNECT FUEL TANK BREATHER TUBE


    1. Connect the fuel tank breather tube to the fuel tank filler pipe sub-assembly.

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  8. INSTALL NO. 1 FUEL TANK PROTECTOR


    1. Install the No. 1 fuel tank protector to the fuel tank assembly with the 4 clips.

  9. INSTALL REAR FLOOR SIDE MEMBER COVER LH


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      Install the rear floor side member cover LH with the clip (B).

    2. Install the 3 bolts and clip (A).

      Torque:
      7.5 N*m  { 76 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf }

  10. INSTALL REAR FLOOR SIDE MEMBER COVER RH


    1. Install the rear floor side member cover RH with the clip.

    2. Install the 3 bolts.

      Torque:
      7.5 N*m  { 76 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf }

  11. INSTALL TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY

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  12. INSTALL FUEL SUCTION TUBE WITH PUMP AND GAUGE ASSEMBLY

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  13. ADD FUEL

  14. INSPECT FOR EXHAUST GAS LEAK

    If gas is leaking, tighten the areas necessary to stop the leak. Replace damaged parts as necessary.

    Tech Tips

    Perform "Inspection After Repairs" after repairing or replacing the exhaust system.

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