Removal Procedure
Notice: Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in
order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open
pipes and passages.
Important: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.
- Note the position of the fuel, the evaporative emission (EVAP) pipes and the attaching hardware for installation.
- Disconnect the fuel feed (2), the fuel return (2) and the EVAP pipe quick-connect fittings at the fuel sender assembly. Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Cap the fuel sender fuel pipes and the in-pipe fuel filter pipes as needed to stop any fuel leakage.
- Remove the fuel feed, the fuel return and the EVAP pipe attaching hardware.
- Remove the fuel feed (2), the fuel return (2) and the EVAP pipes from the fuel tank.
Installation Procedure
Caution: In order to Reduce the Risk of Fire and Personal Injury: If nylon fuel
pipes are nicked, scratched or damaged during installation, they must be replaced.
Notice: Always re-attach the fuel lines and fuel filter with all original type
fasteners and hardware.
Do not repair sections of fuel pipes.
Notice:
• | Secure the fuel pipes to the frame in order to prevent chafing.
Maintain a minimum of 13 mm (½ inch) clearance around
a pipe in order to prevent contact and chafing. Maintain a minimum of 19 mm
(¾ inch) around any moving part. |
• | Do not allow the fuel pipes to come into contact with the fuel
tank or underbody. |
- Install the new fuel feed (2), the fuel return (2) and the EVAP pipes to the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel feed, the fuel return and the EVAP pipe attaching hardware.
- Remove the caps from the in-pipe fuel filter pipes and the fuel sender fuel pipes.
- Connect the fuel feed (2), the fuel return (2) and the EVAP pipe quick-connect fittings at the fuel sender assembly. Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Ensure that all of the fuel pipe bundle clips, and fasteners are properly installed.
- Install the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.