Fuel Tank Draining (Dual Tanks - Front): Procedure
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- Loosen the fuel fill cap in order to relieve the fuel tank vapor pressure.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp (1) at the front tank.
- Remove the fuel fill hose from the front tank.
- Insert the siphon hose from the J 45004 into the fuel tank. See Special Tools .
- Attach the siphon hose from the J 45004 to the pump devise hose. See Special Tools .
- Using a hand or air operated pump device, drain as much fuel from the tank as possible.