Fuel Tank Draining
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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment
| 292-00004 Fuel Tanker 100 GPM |
Draining
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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Refer to: Gasoline and Gasoline-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions .
- 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 .
- 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.