Have a dry chemical Class B fire extinguisher near the work area.

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.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
3. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
4. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement
5. Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .

•	Whenever you clean the fuel tank, you must inspect the fuel pump strainer. If the strainer is contaminated, replace the strainer.

•	Inspect the fuel pump inlet for debris. If you find debris, replace the sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .

6. Flush the fuel tank with hot water.
7. Pour the water from the fuel sender assembly opening.
8. Rock the tank in order to ensure that the removal of water from the ank is complete.

1. Inspect the in-line fuel filter for contamination.
2. If the filter is plugged, replace the fuel filter.
3. Clean the fuel lines by applying air pressure in the opposite direction of the fuel flow.

Notice: Do not fold or twist the strainer when installing the sending unit. This action restricts fuel flow.

1. Install the fuel sender assembly with a new seal into the fuel tank.
2. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
3. Disconnect the fuel feed line at the front of the vehicle.
4. Connect a hose to the fuel feed line at the front of the vehicle.
5. Insert the end of the hose into a 3.8 liter (1  gallon) fuel can.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Install 23 liters (6 gallons) of clean fuel into the fuel tank.
8. Using the scan tool, energize the fuel pump until 2 liters (1/2 gallons) of fuel flows into the fuel can. This procedure will purge the fuel pump.
9. Install the fuel line at the front of the vehicle.
10. Check all connections for leaks.
11. Tighten all the hose clamps.