Fuel Tank Replacement
- Drain the fuel tank (see FUEL TANK DRAINING ).
- Reinstall the fuel tank unit.
- Jack up the vehicle, and support it with jackstands.
- 4WD model:
Remove the propeller shaft (see PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL ). Remove the rear differential mounting bolt (A), then support it with jackstands.
- Loosen the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister bracket bolt.
- Remove the fuel tank guard (B).
- Loosen the clamp (C).
- Disconnect the hoses (D), and parking brake cable holder bolts (E). Slide back the clamps, then twist the hoses as you pull to avoid damaging them.
- Place a jack or other support under the tank (F).
- Remove the strap bolts and the straps (G).
- Remove the fuel tank.
- Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.