Fuel Tank Draining - VIN Range: G45704->G99999

Fig 1: Identifying Special Service Tools

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WARNING: Place the vehicle in a quarantined area and arrange' No Smoking/Petrol Fumes' signs about the vehicle.

WARNING: Before any work is carried out on the fuel system, ground the vehicle to earth and maintain the ground connection until the work is complete.

WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Do not carry or operate cellular phones when working on any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: The fuel system remains pressurized for a long time after the ignition is switched off. The fuel pressure must be relieved before attempting any repairs. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: After carrying out repairs, the fuel system must be checked visually for leaks. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: If taken internally do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: If fuel contacts the eyes, flush the eyes with cold water or eyewash solution and seek medical attention.

WARNING: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, as prolonged contact may cause irritation. Should irritation develop, seek medical attention.

1. Release the pressure in the fuel system.

   FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE - 3.0L/3.5L/4.2L (19.50.02) .

2. Remove the rear seat cushion. See REAR SEAT CUSHION (76.70.37) .
3. Remove the scuff plate trim panel.
   Fig 2: Removing Scuff Plate Trim Panel

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4. Detach and reposition the floor covering.
   Fig 3: Positioning Floor Covering

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5. Remove the floor aperture cover.
   Fig 4: Removing Floor Aperture Cover

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CAUTION: The correct measurement must be used to remove the fuel tank drain port top. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
NOTE: The fuel tank drain port is marked with DRAIN.
NOTE: Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.
Fig 5: Removing Top Of Fuel Tank Drain Port
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6. Using a suitable tool, remove the top of the fuel tank drain port.
NOTE: Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.
Fig 6: Installing Special Tool To Right-Hand Side Of Fuel Tank
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7. Install the special tool to the right-hand side of the fuel tank.
8. Using a suitable fuel vacuum drainer, remove the fuel from the right-hand side of the fuel tank.
NOTE: Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.
Fig 7: Removing Special Tool
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9. Remove the special tool.
CAUTION: Make sure the new fuel tank drain port sealing cap is correctly installed. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
NOTE: Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.
Fig 8: Installing Fuel Tank Drain Port Sealing Cap
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10. Install a new fuel tank drain port sealing cap.
11. Install the floor aperture cover.
    Fig 9: Installing Floor Aperture Cover

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12. Attach the floor covering.
    Fig 10: Attaching Floor Covering

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13. Install the scuff plate trim panel.
    Fig 11: Installing Scuff Plate Trim Panel

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14. Remove the scuff plate trim panel.
    Fig 12: Removing Scuff Plate Trim Panel

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15. Detach and reposition the floor covering.
    Fig 13: Positioning Floor Covering

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16. Remove the floor aperture cover.
    Fig 14: Removing Floor Aperture Cover

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CAUTION: The correct measurement must be used to remove the fuel tank drain port top. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
NOTE: The fuel tank drain port is marked with DRAIN.
NOTE: Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.
Fig 15: Removing Top Of Fuel Tank Drain Port
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17. Using a suitable tool, remove the top of the fuel tank drain port.
NOTE: Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.
Fig 16: Installing Special Tool To Left-Hand Side Of Fuel Tank
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18. Install the special tool to the left-hand side of the fuel tank.
19. Using a suitable fuel vacuum drainer, remove the fuel from the left-hand side of the fuel tank.
NOTE: Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.
Fig 17: Removing Special Tool
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20. Remove the special tool.
CAUTION: Make sure the new fuel tank drain port sealing cap is correctly installed. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
NOTE: Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.
Fig 18: Installing Fuel Tank Drain Port Sealing Cap
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21. Install a new fuel tank drain port sealing cap.
22. Install the floor aperture cover.
    Fig 19: Installing Floor Aperture Cover

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23. Attach the floor covering.
    Fig 20: Attaching Floor Covering

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24. Install the scuff plate trim panel.
    Fig 21: Installing Scuff Plate Trim Panel

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25. Install the rear seat cushion. See .