FUEL TANK REMOVAL

PROCEDURE


  1. PRECAUTION

    CAUTION:


    • Do not smoke or be near an open flame when working on the fuel system.

    • Keep gasoline away from rubber or leather parts.

    • Do not allow fuel to spray when removing the pipe between the high pressure side fuel pump and the fuel injector. The fuel in the pipe is highly pressurized.

    Note

    After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.

  2. DISCHARGE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE

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  3. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER RH

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  4. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  5. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 AND NO. 2 SEAT ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY


  6. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY (for Fixed Type)

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  7. REMOVE REAR FLOOR NO. 2 SERVICE HOLE COVER

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  8. REMOVE FUEL TANK MAIN AND RETURN TUBE

    A001BVVE03

    1. Disconnect the fuel main tube and fuel return tube.


      1. Remove the 2 tube joint clips and 2 fuel tubes.

        Note


        • Remove any dirt and foreign matter on the fuel tube joint before performing this work.

        • Do not allow any scratches or foreign matter on the parts when disconnecting them, as the fuel tube joint contains the O-rings that seal the plug.

        • Perform this work by hand. Do not use any tools.

        • Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.

        • Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag and tape after disconnecting the fuel tubes.

  9. REMOVE REAR FLOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER


    1. A001EIF

      Remove the service hole cover and disconnect the fuel sender gauge connector.

  10. REMOVE PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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  11. REMOVE FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE PROTECTOR


    1. A0019SM

      Remove the 2 nuts.

    2. Detach the 2 clips and protector.

  12. REMOVE FUEL TANK PROTECTOR SIDE BRACKET


    1. A001DPT

      Remove the 2 bolts and fuel tank protector side bracket.

  13. REMOVE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY


    1. A001CX2E01

      Disconnect the fuel main tube.

      Note


      • Check for any dirt and foreign matter contamination in the pipe and around the connector. Clean if necessary. Foreign matter may damage the O-ring or cause leaks in the seal between the pipe and connector.

      • Do not use any tools to separate the pipe and connector.

      • Do not allow any scratches or foreign matter on the parts when disconnecting them, as the fuel tube joint contains the O-rings that seal the plug.

      • Check for any dirt and foreign matter on the pipe seal surface. Clean if necessary.

      • Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.

      • Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag and tape after disconnecting the main tube.

      • If the pipe and connector are stuck together, pinch the tube between your fingers and turn it carefully to free it. Then disconnect the main tube.

    2. A001CX2E01

      Disconnect the fuel return tube.

      Note


      • Check for any dirt and foreign matter contamination in the pipe and around the connector. Clean if necessary. Foreign matter may damage the O-ring or cause leaks in the seal between the pipe and connector.

      • Do not use any tools to separate the pipe and connector.

      • Do not allow any scratches or foreign matter on the parts when disconnecting them, as the fuel tube joint contains the O-rings that seal the plug.

      • Check for any dirt and foreign matter on the pipe seal surface. Clean if necessary.

      • Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.

      • Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag and tape after disconnecting the fuel return tube.

      • If the pipe and connector are stuck together, pinch the vent tube between your fingers and turn it carefully to free it. Then disconnect the fuel return tube.

    3. A001EGM

      Loosen the clamp and disconnect the filler pipe hose.

    4. A001CSK

      Place a engine lifter under the fuel tank.

    5. Remove the 4 bolts and 2 fuel tank bands.

    6. Lower the engine lifter so that the fuel tank breather tube can be disconnected.

      Note

      Make sure that no load is applied to the fuel filler pipe.

      Tech Tips

      Lower the engine lifter slowly.

    7. A00197C

      Disconnect the No. 1 fuel tank breather tube sub-assembly .

    8. A001CWAE03
      *1 Up
      *2 Retainer
      *3 Pinch

      Disconnect the fuel tank to canister tube sub-assembly.


      1. Pinch the retainer and then raise it.

        Note


        • Check for any dirt and foreign matter contamination in the pipe and around the connector. Clean if necessary. Foreign matter may damage the O-ring or cause leaks in the seal between the pipe and connector.

        • Do not use any tools to separate the pipe and connector.

        • Do not allow any scratches or foreign matter on the parts when disconnecting them, as the vent hose contains the O-rings that seal the plug.

        • Check for any dirt and foreign matter on the pipe seal surface. Clean if necessary.

        • Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.

        • Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag and tape after disconnecting the vent hose.

        • If the pipe and connector are stuck together, pinch the tube between your fingers and turn it carefully to free it. Then disconnect the vent hose.

    9. Lower the engine lifter to remove the fuel tank from the vehicle.

      Note


      • Do not allow the fuel tank to contact the vehicle, especially the differential.

      • Make sure that the fuel tank is free from the fuel tank to canister tube sub-assembly.

      Tech Tips

      Lower the engine lifter slowly.

  14. REMOVE FUEL SUCTION WITH PUMP AND GAUGE TUBE ASSEMBLY


    1. A001E4B

      Remove the 8 bolts and fuel vent tube set plate.

    2. A001ETF

      Disconnect the fuel hose.

    3. Remove the fuel suction with pump and gauge tube from the fuel tank.

      Note


      • Make sure that the sender gauge arm does not bend.

      • Do not damage the fuel suction tube with pump and gauge.

    4. Remove the gasket.

  15. REMOVE FUEL SENDER GAUGE ASSEMBLY


    1. A001CA2

      Remove the 5 screws and fuel sender gauge.

    2. Remove the gasket.

  16. REMOVE FUEL TANK MAIN TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY

    A001CNE

    1. Remove the 6 clamps and fuel tank main tube from the fuel tank.

    2. A0019IU

      Remove the fuel hose clamp.

  17. REMOVE NO. 2 FUEL TANK PROTECTOR

    A001AMY

    1. Remove the bolt and clip and fuel tank protector from the fuel tank.

    2. Remove the clamp from the fuel tank.

  18. REMOVE FUEL TANK CUSHION


    1. A001D49

      Remove the 6 tank cushions.

    2. A001C62

      Remove the tank protector and 5 tank cushions.