FUEL TANK REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during fuel tank assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced
Replaced Part or Performed Procedure Necessary Procedure Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed Link
Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal Memorize steering angle neutral point Simple intelligent parking assist system*1

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Toyota parking assist-sensor system (w/ Simple Intelligent Parking Assist System)*1
Initialize back door lock Power door lock control system

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Gas leak from exhaust system is repaired Inspection After Repair

  • Poor idle, etc.

  • Engine start function, etc.

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*1: When performing learning using the GTS.

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CAUTION:


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    Never perform work on fuel system components near any possible ignition sources.

  • Vaporized fuel could ignite, resulting in a serious accident.

  • A005Q9J

    Do not perform work on fuel system components without first disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

  • Sparks could cause vaporized fuel to ignite, resulting in a serious accident.

  • A001XAY

    Because the weight of the fuel tank sub-assembly is extremely heavy, make sure to follow the work procedures described in the repair manual.

  • If work is not performed according to the procedures described in the repair manual, there is a danger that the components could fall down.

  • A005OO6

    When the engine is hot, do not touch high-temperature areas such as the engine or exhaust pipe.

  • Touching high-temperature areas such as the engine and exhaust pipe could result in burns.

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE FUEL SUCTION TUBE WITH PUMP AND GAUGE ASSEMBLY

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  2. DRAIN FUEL

  3. REMOVE TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY

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  4. REMOVE NO. 1 FUEL TANK PROTECTOR


    1. A001WJ1

      Remove the nut, 4 clips and No. 1 fuel tank protector from the fuel tank assembly.

  5. DISCONNECT CHARCOAL CANISTER OUTLET HOSE


    1. A001VRO

      Slide the hose clip and disconnect the charcoal canister outlet hose from the fuel tank filler pipe sub-assembly.

  6. DISCONNECT FUEL TANK BREATHER TUBE


    1. A001TK5

      Disconnect the fuel tank breather tube from the fuel tank filler pipe sub-assembly.

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  7. DISCONNECT FUEL TANK TO FILLER PIPE HOSE


    1. A001VR5

      Loosen the clamp, then disconnect the fuel tank to filler pipe hose from the fuel tank assembly.

  8. DISCONNECT NO. 1 FUEL EVAPORATION TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A001WYB

      Slide the clip and disconnect the No. 1 fuel evaporation tube sub-assembly from the fuel pipe.

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  9. DISCONNECT FUEL TANK MAIN TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A001TH2

      Disconnect the fuel tank main tube sub-assembly from the fuel pipe.

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  10. REMOVE 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. A001X52

      Support the fuel tank assembly using an engine lifter.

      Tech Tips

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

    2. A001TW7

      Remove the 4 bolts and 2 fuel tank band sub-assemblies.

    3. Lower the engine lifter to remove the fuel tank assembly.

      Note


      • Be careful not to drop the fuel tank assembly.

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

  11. REMOVE NO. 1 FUEL TANK CUSHION

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    1. Remove the 2 No. 1 fuel tank cushions from the fuel tank assembly.

  12. REMOVE NO. 1 FUEL EVAPORATION TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A001T9C

      Disengage the 4 clamps to remove the No. 1 fuel evaporation tube sub-assembly from the fuel tank assembly.

  13. REMOVE FUEL TANK MAIN TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A001SVT

      Disengage the 3 clamps to remove the fuel tank main tube sub-assembly from the fuel tank assembly.

  14. REMOVE CHARCOAL CANISTER OUTLET HOSE


    1. A001U6K

      Disengage the 2 clamps to remove the charcoal canister outlet hose from the fuel tank assembly.