Fuel Tank, Replacing: Preparation

Fig 1: Identifying Ground Strap Screw

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Drain the fuel tank. See Fuel tank, draining .

Remove: 

• the rubber seal around the fuel filler pipe
• the screw for the ground strip.

Fig 2: Identifying Screw And Connector At Seat Hinge

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Disconnect the connector at the hinge.

Remove: 

• the mounting screw for the hinge
• the screw for the hinge end mounting.

Release the strap/straps of the folding mechanism for the seat belt buckle. (Hooked into place on the lower edge of the backrest).

Lift out the backrest.