Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Fuel Feed & Pressure Balance Lines

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Disconnect the fuel feed and pressure balance rear lines. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .

Fig 2: View Of Fuel Fill Pipe Clamp & Vent Pipe Clamp

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

Fig 3: Fuel Pressure Sensor Electrical Connector & Fuel Sending Unit Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the sending unit electrical connectors (1).

Fig 4: Fuel Feed & EVAP Quick Connect Fittings At Sending Unit

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

Fig 5: Fuel Tank Shield & Bolts

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If necessary, remove the fuel tank shield bolts.
If necessary, remove the fuel tank shield.
Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.

Fig 6: Fuel Tank, Strap & Bolts

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CAUTION: Refer to Fuel Tank Strap Fastener Caution .

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 on the vehicle in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
If replacing the fuel tank, remove the sending unit. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .