Draining Fuel Tank

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Tank Components

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS. SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES. NEVER SMOKE WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.

Open the fuel fill door and remove the fuel filler cap.
Perform the Fuel System Pressure Release procedure. (Refer to FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Disconnect negative battery cable.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the fuel outlet hose (5) at the bottom of the fuel tank.
NOTE: The fuel tank will be drained through this fitting.

WARNING: WRAP SHOP TOWELS AROUND HOSES TO CATCH ANY GASOLINE SPILLAGE.
Drain fuel tank into a holding tank, or a properly labeled GASOLINE safety container.

CAUTION: Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion.