Installing the fuel tank

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

To ensure that there is no exhaust leakage, see:

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Tank

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

When installing a new fuel tank use new nuts. When servicing the fuel tank use the old nuts as the material expands. Failure to do so may result in fuel leakage.

Components to be replaced when installing a new fuel tank:

The level sensor nut (white)
The gasket for the level sensor nut
Fuel pump (FP) nut (black)
The gasket for the fuel pump (FP) nut
The gasket for the fuel filler pipe.

Transfer the reinforcement plate from the underside of the old fuel tank to the new fuel tank. Transfer the protective plate from the left-hand side of the old fuel tank to the new fuel tank. Tighten to 10 Nm .

Position the fuel tank on the jack
Use the same fixture and lifting table as for removing it
Lift the tank slightly.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Line Bracket

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Raise the fuel tank so that the front holder can be installed on the bracket. Position hoses and wiring in the holder. Lock the holder by pressing it until it locks securely onto the bracket
Ensure that the wiring routed through the hole at the fuel pump (FP) unit will not be trapped when the fuel tank is installed
Raise the fuel tank. Secure the fuel tank to the bodywork. Tighten to 25 Nm.