Installation Procedure
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- Remove the caps from the fuel and EVAP lines.
- Install the fuel and EVAP intermediate lines.
- Connect the fuel and EVAP intermediate line quick connect fittings to the rear tank. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- With the aid of an assistant, completely raise the rear tank.
- Install the fuel tank straps.
- Install the fuel tank strap bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Remove the adjustable jack from under the fuel tank.
- Connect the chassis harness electrical connector (1) to the fuel pressure sensor.
- Connect the fuel and EVAP intermediate line quick connect fittings to the front tank lines. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the rear tank EVAP line quick connect fittings to the EVAP canister. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Install the spare tire hoist crossmember and bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the rear exhaust insulator.
- Install the spare tire.
- Install the spare tire stowage lock cylinder.
- Install the fuel tank filler housing.
- Install the fuel tank filler housing to fuel tank fill pipe bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
- Install the fuel tank filler housing to body TORX® screws (1) and retainer (2).
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
- Install the spare wheel heat shield. Refer to Spare Wheel Heat Shield Replacement
- Refill the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel fill cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Dual Battery)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) .
- Use the following procedure in order to inspect for leaks:
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
- Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
- Install the intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .