Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Fuel Fill Pipe Hose Clamp & Fuel Vent Pipe Hose Clamp

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Loosen the fuel fill and vent hose clamps (1, 2) at the tank.
Remove the fuel fill and vent hose from the tank.
Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .

Fig 2: View Of Sending Unit Electrical Connector (Cab/Chassis - Rear)

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Disconnect the sending unit electrical connector.

Fig 3: View Of Fuel Feed And Return Lines At Sending Unit (Cab/Chassis - Rear)

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Disconnect the fuel feed and return lines from the sending unit. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Fig 4: View Of Fuel Tank Shield (Cab/Chassis - Rear)

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If equipped, remove the fuel tank shield bolts.
If equipped, remove the fuel tank shield.

Fig 5: Fuel Tank, Strap & Bolts (Cab/Chassis - Rear)

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NOTE: Refer to Fuel Tank Strap Fastener Notice .

Remove the fuel tank strap bolts.
Remove the fuel tank straps.
Lower the fuel tank.
With the aid of an assistant, place the fuel tank in a suitable work area.
Cap the fuel lines in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
If replacing the fuel tank, remove the sending unit. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .