Fuel Tank Unit Removal and Installation: Removal

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Relieve the fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING ).
Remove the second row seat (see SEAT CUSHION BLOWER MOTOR ).
Remove the access panel (A) from the floor.

Fig 1: Identifying Quick-Connect Fitting, Fuel Tank Unit 4P Connector And Access Panel
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Disconnect the fuel tank unit 4P connector (B).
Disconnect the quick-connect fitting (C) from the fuel tank unit.
Using the fuel sender wrench, loosen the locknut (A).

Fig 2: Loosening Locknut Using Fuel Sender Wrench
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Remove the locknut (A), locknut plate (B), and fuel tank unit (C).

Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Tank Unit, Locknut And Locknut Plate
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