Repair Procedures: Removal

Release the residual pressure in fuel line.
(Refer to Fuel Delivery System - "RELEASE RESIDUAL PRESSURE IN FUEL LINE ").
Remove the rear seat cushion.
(Refer to Body - "REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the fuel pump service cover (A).

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Disconnect the fuel pump connector (A) and the fuel tank pressure sensor connector (B).
Disconnect the fuel feed tube quick-connector (C).
Disconnect the vapor tube quick-connector (D).

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Remove the rear - LH wheel & tire.
Lift the vehicle and support the fuel tank with a jack.
Disconnect the fuel filler hose (A).
Disconnect the ventilation hose (B).

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Remove the under cover (A).

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Remove the brake line (A) bracket mounting bolts.

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Remove the fuel tank (A) from the vehicle after removing the fuel tank band.

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NOTE:

When removing the fuel tank, the fuel tank must be tilted because of interfering with coupling.