Caution: Natural gas is highly flammable. In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury, keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from the vehicle while you perform the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuel system service.

Caution: The Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) system operates at pressures up to 24820 kpa (3600 psi). Relieve the CNG fuel system pressure before servicing CNG fuel system components in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury.

1. Relieve the CNG fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief in Engine Controls - 5.0L, 5.7L.

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the CNG fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement in Engine Controls - 5.0, 5.7L.
4. Remove the rubber isolator.
5. Remove the bracket bolts.
6. Remove the CNG fuel tank lower mounting bracket.

1. Install the CNG fuel tank lower mounting bracket.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the CNG fuel tank mounting bracket bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the CNG fuel tank mounting bracket bolts to 88 N·m (65 lb ft).

3. Install the rubber isolator.
4. Install the CNG fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement in Engine Controls - 5.0, 5.7L.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).