Fuel Tank - 90 (G2520079): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

WARNING:

Make sure the fuel tank is suitably supported at all times.
Be prepared to collect escaping fuel.

CAUTION: Before disconnecting any components, make sure the area is clean and free from foreign material. When disconnected all openings must be sealed.

NOTE:

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.

The following step(s) applies to:

All vehicles

Before working on the fuel system make sure to study the fuel system health and safety.
Refer to: PETROL AND PETROL-ETHANOL FUEL SYSTEMS HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING
Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Drain the fuel tank.
Refer to: FUEL TANK DRAINING
Remove the rear driveshaft.
Refer to: REAR DRIVESHAFT

The following step(s) applies to:

Vehicles with fuel fired booster heater
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Disconnect the Fuel Fired Booster Heater (FFBH) line connector.

The following step(s) applies to:

All vehicles
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- Disconnect the fuel tank line.
- Release the fuel line from the clip.
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- Remove the 6 nuts.
- Remove the 2 rear body braces.
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- Remove the 7 nuts.
- Remove the 2 brackets.
WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.

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- Release the fuel tank filler pipe clip.
- Release the fuel tank filler pipe from the fuel tank.
- Remove the 7 bolts.
- Remove the fuel tank.
NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

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- Disconnect the fuel line.
- Release the fuel line from the 5 clips.
- Remove the fuel line.
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- Remove the 4 bolts.
- Remove the fuel tank heatshield
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- Reposition the fuel pump module to get access to the electrical connector.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
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- Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel pump.
- Remove the fuel pump.