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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

J 45004 Fuel Tank Drain Hose

Note: Purge any residual fuel in J 45004 into an approved container prior to use.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  2. Remove the fuel fill cap.
  3. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  4. Loosen the fuel fill pipe clamp.
  5. Remove the fuel fill pipe from the fuel tank.
  6. Insert the J 45004 hose into the tank.
  7. Attach the J 45004 hose to the hose used with the hand or air operated pump devise.
  8. Using a hand or air operated pump drain as much fuel from the tank as possible.