REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION <BWC>


<FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY>


Pre-removal operation
  • Fuel Pump Connector Disconnection [Refer to GROUP 13D - On-vehicle Service, Fuel Pump Connector Disconnection (How to Reduce Pressurized Fuel Lines) ].
  • Draining Fuel
  • Centre Exhaust Pipe Removal (Refer to GROUP 15 - Exhaust Pipe and Main Muffler ).
  • Rear Seat Cushion Assembly Removal (Refer to GROUP 52A - Rear Seat Assembly ).

 Post-installation operation
  • Rear Seat Cushion Assembly Installation (Refer to GROUP 52A - Rear Seat Assembly ).
  • Centre Exhaust Pipe Installation (Refer to GROUP 15 - Exhaust Pipe and Main Muffler ).
  • Refilling Fuel
  • Checking for Fuel Leaks




Removal steps
<<A>>
1.
 Fuel tank pump and gauge assembly connector connection
<<A>>
 >>B<<
 2.
 Fuel main pipe connection


3.
 Fuel return pipe connection


4.
 Front floor panel rear


5.
 Parking brake rear cable clamp connection


6.
 Fuel levelling hose connection

>>A<<
 7.
 Fuel filler hose connection
<<B>>
8.
 Fuel tank band (LH)
<<B>>
9.
 Fuel tank band (RH)
<<B>>
10.
 Fuel tank assembly

<FUEL FILLER NECK ASSEMBLY>



Removal steps


1.
 Fuel levelling hose connection

>>A<<
 2.
 Fuel filler hose connection


3.
 Fuel filler hose protector


4.
 Fuel tank cap


5.
 Fuel filler neck assembly


6.
 Fuel neck boots

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

<<A>> FUEL TANK PUMP AND GAUGE ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR/FUEL MAIN PIPE/FUEL RETURN PIPE DISCONNECTION

1.Remove the floor inspection lid (LH).

2.Disconnect the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly connector.

3.Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver (6mm wide and 1mm thick) into the retainer of the fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe.

4.
caution When pushing up the retainer of the fuel main pipe and the fuel return pipe connector, pay attention to avoid damage to the retainer.
Turn the flat-tipped screwdriver inserted into the retainer by 90 degrees to push up the retainer, and disconnect the fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe from the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly.

<<B>> FUEL TANK BAND (LH)/FUEL TANK BAND (RH)/FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
1.Remove the fuel tank band (LH).

2.Hold the fuel tank assembly with the transmission jack, and remove the fuel tank band (RH).
3.Remove the fuel tank assembly.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< FUEL FILLER HOSE CONNECTION

After connecting the fuel filler hose, tighten the bolts of hose clamp so that the tightening dimension is 8.5 ± 1.5 mm.

>>B<< FUEL RETURN PIPE/FUEL MAIN PIPE CONNECTION

1.Before the installation, push up the retainer of the fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe.

2.Connect the connector of fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe to the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly securely and push down the retainer of the connector to lock it firmly.
3.After the installation, slightly pull the fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe to check that it is connected securely. At this time, also check that there is approximately 1 mm play.