Fuel Tank Draining

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

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Draining

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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this service information, refer to Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect And Connect .
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NOTE: Only use the specified general equipment.

NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid

Loosen the clamp and disconnect the hose. Position the hose aside.

Torque

: 28 lb.in (3.2 Nm)

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NOTE: Use suitable paper to absorb any escaping fluid.

NOTE: Some residual fuel may remain in the fuel tank filler pipe. Carefully drain into a suitable container.

Insert the hose from the fuel storage tanker and siphon the fuel through the hose. Use Special Service Tool: 292-00004 Fuel Tanker 100 GPM.

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