Fastening auxiliary fuel tank on longitudinal frame member Risk of explosion risk of from ignition, risk of poisoning from inhaling and swallowing fuel as well as risk of injury from skin and eye contact with fuel. - AR47.10-P-0010-08GH

No fire, sparks, naked flames or smoking. Pour fuels only into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing when handling fuel. 

1. Detach shield (1s) from rear axle carrier and unclip retaining strap for fuel hose.
2. Disconnect fuel hose (116c) from fuel tank. Collect remaining fuel.
   Fig 1: Identifying Shield And Fuel Hose

   
3. Unscrew shield (105h) above rear muffler (do not remove).
   Fig 2: Identifying Shield Above Rear Muffler

   
4. Slacken bolts (116a) in retaining straps for auxiliary fuel tank and remove from bracket.
5. Turn retaining straps for auxiliary fuel tank (116b) through 90° using suitable pliers and remove through the slot.
   Fig 3: Identifying Auxiliary Fuel Tank And Bolts

   
6. Fasten auxiliary fuel tank to longitudinal frame member using a commercially available ratchet tie strap (arrow). Pass one strap through in front of the fuel hose (detail).
7. Install in the reverse order.

   Ensure that the retaining straps and fuel hoses are properly seated.

   Fig 4: Identifying Commercially Available Ratchet Tie Strap