Fuel Supply System

Fuel Tank

Replacement
AWARNING Do not smoke while working on fuel system. Keep open flame away from work your work area. 1. Block front wheels. Jack up the rear of the car and support with jackstands.
2. Remove the exhaust pipe heat shield.
3. Remove the drain bolt and drain the fuel into an approved container.
4. Remove the rear seat, and maintenance lid.
5. Disconnect the connectors from the fuel gauge sending unit and the fuel pump, then remove the fuel feed line and return hose.
CAUTION: Be sure to turn the ignition switch OFF before disconnecting the wires.
6. Remove the fuel hose protectors.
7. Disconnect the hoses.
CAUTION: When disconnecting the hoses, slide back the clamps, then twist hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.
8. Place a jack, or other support, under the tank.
9. Remove the strap bolts and nuts, and let the straps fall free.
10. Remove the fuel tank.
NOTE: The tank may stick on the undercoat applied to its mount. To remove, carefully pry it off the mount. 11. Install a new washer on the drain bolt and the fuel pump line, then install parts in the reverse order of removal.