Fuel Tank: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Reduce the internal pressure of the fuel main pipe.
2. Remove the fuel tank cap.
3. Remove the drain plug in order to drain the fuel.
4. Remove the high floor side panel located in the boot floor.
5. Pry up and remove the lid.





6. Disconnect the fuel gauge unit connector, and the electric fuel pump connector.
7. Remove the rear left wheel.





8. Remove the fuel pipe cover.
9. Disconnect the fuel hoses from the fuel pipes.
10. Disconnect the vapor hose from the vapor pipe.
11. Disconnect the fuel filler hose and breather hose from the fuel tank.





12. Remove the fuel tank.

NOTE: If the inside of the fuel tank is to be cleaned, use any one of the following:
(1) Kerosene
(2) Trichloroethylene
(3) A neutral emulsion type detergent

INSPECTION
1. Inspect the fuel tank cap for malfunction.
2. Check the fuel tank for cracks, corrosion or deformation.
3. Check the fuel tank for entry of foreign material.
4. Check the in-tank fuel filter for clogging.





FUEL GAUGE UNIT REPLACEMENT
1. Pry up and remove the lid located in the boot floor.
2. Disconnect the fuel gauge unit connector.
3. Remove the fuel gauge unit.