Fuel Tank (G2132467): Removal
The following step(s) applies to:
All vehicles
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- Before working on the fuel system make sure to study the fuel system health and safety article of this repair information.
Refer to: PETROL AND PETROL-ETHANOL FUEL SYSTEMS HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
- Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
- Remove the fuel pump and sensor unit.
Refer to: LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the breather from the fuel tank.
- Remove the driveshaft.
Refer to: DRIVESHAFT
- Remove the 21 fasteners.
- Remove the 12 bolts and the left side undershield.
- Remove the 12 bolts and the right side undershield.
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WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fuel.
- Release the clamp.
- Disconnect the fuel filler hose.
- Position the fuel filler hose away from the fuel tank.
Remove the 5 nuts and the fuel tank shield.
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WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fuel.
Disconnect the 2 fuel lines.
The following step(s) applies to:
Vehicles with fuel fired heater
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WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fuel.
Disconnect the 2 Fuel Fired Booster Heater (FFBH) fuel delivery lines.
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WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fuel.
- Disconnect the FFBH fuel return line.
- Release the clip.
The following step(s) applies to:
All vehicles
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NOTE: If equipped.
Remove the 2 nuts and the 2 fuel tank shields.
- Using a suitable stand, support the fuel tank.
- Remove the 4 nuts and the 2 fuel tank mounting brackets.
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CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid damaging the surrounding components.
Lower the fuel tank on the suitable stand and remove the fuel tank from the vehicle.
Remove the 2 fuel supply pipes from the 4 clips.
The following step(s) applies to:
Vehicles with fuel fired heater