Rear Mounted Fuel Tank

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Release fuel system pressure. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
Raise and support vehicle.
Drain fuel tank. Refer to Standard Procedure - Draining Fuel Tank.

Fig 1: Fuel Fill Hoses - Rear Tank
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Remove both clamps (2).
Remove ground wire screw (5) and disconnect ground wire (4).
Remove fuel fill hose assembly (3).

Fig 2: Electrical Connector - Rear Tank
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Disconnect electrical connector (1) from module (3).

Fig 3: Diesel Fuel Line Connection - Rear Tank
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Disconnect fuel return and supply line quick-connect fittings (1) and (2).
Support tank with a hydraulic jack.

Fig 4: Mounting - Rear Tank
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Certain models may have an optional fuel tank skid plate (3). The same mounting bolts (2) are used to retain both the skid plate and fuel tank. Remove bolts (2).
Lower the tank assembly from vehicle and lift tank from skid plate.
If fuel pump module (gas), or fuel tank module (diesel) is being removed, refer to either Fuel Pump Module Removal for gas, or MODULE, Fuel Pump , Removal for diesel.