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Fuel Tank: Removal

  1. Release fuel pressure from fuel line.

    Refer to FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE .

  2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
  3. Drain fuel from fuel tank.
  4. Remove rear seat bottom.
  5. Disconnect electrical connector.
  6. Disconnect the quick connector as follows.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Electrical Connector
    G00792135Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    1. Put mating marks on tubes and connectors for correct installation.
    2. Hold the sides of the connector, push in tabs, and pull out the tube inserted in the retainer.
      Fig 2: Disconnecting Quick Connector
      G00792136Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    CAUTION:
    • The quick connector can be disconnected when the push in tabs are completely depressed. Do not twist it more than necessary.
    • Do not use any tools to disconnect the quick connector.
    • Keep clean the connecting portion of the tube and the quick connector.
  7. Disconnect filler hose, vent hose and EVAP hose at fuel tank side.
    Fig 3: Locating Filler Hose, Vent Hose & EVAP Hose
    G00792137Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  8. Remove exhaust heat insulators.
  9. Remove fuel tank mounting band bolts while supporting fuel tank.
  10. Remove fuel tank.
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