Installation Procedure
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- If the fuel tank was replaced, install the sending unit. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
- Remove the caps from the fuel lines.
- With the aid of an assistant, place the fuel tank on the jack.
- Raise the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel tank straps.NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
- Install the fuel tank strap bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Remove the jack from under the fuel tank.
- If necessary, install the fuel tank shield.
- If necessary, install the fuel tank shield bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the fuel feed and return lines at the fuel tank. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the sending unit electrical connectors (1).
- Install the fuel fill pipe and vent hose to the tank.
- Tighten the fuel fill and vent hose clamps (1, 2) at the fuel tank.
Tighten: Tighten the clamps to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
- Connect the fuel feed and pressure balance rear lines. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Fill the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel fill cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Auxiliary Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Dual Batteries) .
- Prime the fuel system. Refer to Fuel System Priming .
- Start the engine. If the engine stalls, repeat the above step.
- Once the engine starts, inspect for fuel leaks.