Fuel tank

Repair Procedures

Be careful not to damage parts located under the vehicle (floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank, and canister) when lifting the vehicle with a lift. (Refer to General Information - Jack Lifting Points and Support Points)

Removal

1. 1
   Release the residual fuel pressure in the fuel line. (Refer to Fuel System - "Release Residual Fuel Pressure in Line")
2. 2
   Remove the floor carpet service cover (A).

   

3. 3
   Remove the fuel pump service cover (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

   

4. 4
   Disconnect the connector (A) of the fuel pump control module and the connector (B) of the fuel pressure sensor.
5. 5
   Disconnect the quick-connector of the fuel feed tube (C).

   

6. 6
   Raise the vehicle.
7. 7
   Remove the propeller shaft assembly [4WD]. (Refer to Drive Shaft and Axle — "Propeller Shaft Assembly")
8. 8
   Remove the coupling assembly [4WD]. (Refer to Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System — "Coupling Assembly")
9. 9
   Remove the muffler assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System — "Muffler")
10. 10
    Remove the fuel tank protector (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

    

11. 11
    Disconnect the fuel tank hose (A).
12. 12
    Disconnect the balance hose (B).

    

13. 13
    Disconnect the quick connector of the vent hose (A).
14. 14
    Disconnect the quick connector of the vapor hose (B).

    

15. 15
    Support the fuel tank with a jack (A).

    

16. 16
    Remove the fuel tank strap (A) after removing the mounting bolts. Then remove the fuel tank (B).

    

    

Installation

1. Install in the reverse order of removal. Fuel tank strap mounting nut: 39.2–54 N·m