Cylinder, Fuel: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 RAM Pickup and 2012 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Refer to WARNING .

Fig 1: Battery

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NOTE:

The CNG system may be under high pressure at all times. Before servicing the CNG system. The fuel line purging procedure must be performed.

Perform the fuel CNG fuel tube purging. Refer to FUEL TUBE PURGING - CNG .
Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable (1).

Fig 2: Cylinder Tank Cover Support Brackets & Retainers
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Remove the cylinder tank cover support brackets (1).

Fig 3: Upper And Rear Cylinder Tank Covers & Fasteners
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Remove the upper (2) and rear (4) cylinder tank covers.
NOTE:
Before any cylinder tank procedures are performed. An Inspection of the tanks must be done.

Refer to INSPECTION .

Fig 4: Quarter Turn Valve Mount Bracket & Fasteners
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Remove the quarter turn valve mount screws (3).
Remove the two inner bolts (1) that secure the quarter turn valve bracket (2) to the cylinder tank valve cage.

Fig 5: Cylinder Valve Cages & Fasteners
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If required, remove the cylinder valve cage (4, 5).

Fig 6: Cylinder Tank Valve, Connectors & Lines
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Disconnect the cylinder tank valve solenoid electrical connector.
If required, remove the supply line to the front cylinder tank valve (1).
Remove the cylinder connecting line (7) from the tanks.
Reinstall the cage onto the cylinder tank.

Fig 7: Cylinder Tank, Straps & Bolts
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Remove the cylinder tank support strap bolts (1).
CAUTION:
It is highly recommended when moving or transporting the CNG cylinder tanks that they are covered with a blanket to avoid scratching or damaging the tanks.

Fig 8: Cylinder Tank, Support & Straps
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Remove the straps (1) from the cylinder tank support (3).

Fig 9: Cylinder Tanks & CNG Lifting Sling
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With the use of an assistant. Lift the cylinder tanks (1) enough to install (special tool #10380, Sling, CNG, Lifting) (2).

Fig 10: Cylinder Lifter Tools
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Fig 11: Lifting Cylinder
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Using an engine lift or compatible, lift the cylinder tanks enough to allow the tanks to clear the bed.
Set the cylinder tanks in a well ventilated location.
NOTE:
Removal of the cylinder tank valve cages is not recommended unless necessary for replacement.

Fig 12: Cylinder Cage & Support Base
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If required, remove the cylinder tank cage.
Remove the cage support base (1).