Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Removal and Replacement

Fuel Tank Replacement

1. Relieve the fuel pressure.
2. Drain the fuel tank.
3. Raise the vehicle, and support it with jack stands.




4. Remove the fuel tank guard (A), fuel tank cover (B), front floor cross beam (C), and tank mount bracket (D).
5. Disconnect the fuel neck hose (E), fuel vapor hoses (F), and fuel tank vapor recirculation tube (I).
6. Place a jack or other support under the fuel tank (G), then remove the strap bolts (H).
7. Remove the fuel tank.
8. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.