Removal And Installation: Removal
CAUTION:
Perform work on level place.
- Check fuel level on a level ground. If the fuel level is 7/8 of the fuel tank (full or nearly full), draw appropriate amount of fuel from the fuel tank.
Guideline : Draw approximately 20 liters from a full-tank condition. - In the event of malfunction in fuel pump, insert a hose measuring 20mm (0.79 in) in diameter into the filler opening to draw approximately 20 liters fuel.
- Perform steps 2 to 7 of "REMOVAL" in " FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY" on fuel level sensor unit, fuel filter and fuel pump assembly. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove LH rear wheel and tire.
- Disconnect fuel filler hose, vent hose and EVAP hose at fuel tank side.
- Remove fuel tank protector.
- Remove the fuel tank mounting band bolts while supporting the fuel tank with a suitable lift jack.CAUTION:
Support the position that fuel tank mounting bands never engage.
- Supporting with hands, descend suitable jack carefully, and remove fuel tank.CAUTION:
- Check that all connection points have been disconnected.
- Confirm there is no interference with vehicle.