General Procedures: Draining

Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

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Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Remove the fuel tank filler cap.
Insert the special tool into the filler neck.

Fig 2: Inserting Special Tool Into Filler Neck
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Insert the chamfered end of the special tool into the filler neck through the guide tube. Insert the hose until the stop contacts the guide tube. If the stop does not contact the guide tube, remove the hose and repeat the procedure.

Fig 3: Inserting Chamfered End Of Special Tool Into Filler Neck
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Attach the fuel storage tanker to the special tool and remove the fuel.
Remove the special tool.