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.CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
- 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 equipped, install the fuel tank cover.
- If equipped, install the fuel tank cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the fuel feed and return lines to the sending unit. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the sending unit electrical connector.
- Install the fuel fill and vent hose to the tank.
- Tighten the fuel fill and vent hose clamps (1, 2) at the tank.
Tighten: Tighten the hose clamps to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
- Fill the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel fill cap.
- Install the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With Auxiliary Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With Dual Batteries) .
- Using a scan tool, command the fuel transfer pump on.
- 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.