Repair Procedure 3

Repair Procedure 3 - Fuel Tank Pads

1. Remove the fuel filler cap and the three screws holding the filler tube to the body.

2. Raise the vehicle on an appropriate hoist.

3. Remove the three screws attaching the filler tube blocker to the body, and separate the blocker from the vehicle.

4. Use a transmission jack to support the fuel tank. Remove the four fuel tank support strap bolts and straps.

5. Lower the fuel tank approximately 6 in. (150 mm).





6. Install the foam pads (P/N 4882346) as shown in the illustration.

7. Raise the fuel tank to the body, making sure none of the fuel tank lines are crossed or pinched on top of the fuel tank.

8. Install the fuel tank support straps. Torque the attaching bolts to 30-40 ft. lbs. (40-68 Nm).

9. Install the filler tube blocker. Torque the screws to 45-55 in. lbs. (5-6 Nm).

10. Lower the vehicle and attach the filler tube to the body. Torque the screws to 17- 22 in. lbs. (2-2.5 Nm).

11. Install the fuel filler cap.