Fuel Tank Shield: Service and Repair

Fuel Tank Shield Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the frame brace mounting bolts.
3. Remove the frame brace.




4. Remove the fuel tank shield to the frame retaining bolts and nut.
5. Remove the fuel tank shield from the frame.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the fuel tank shield to the frame.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

2. Install the fuel tank shield to the frame retaining bolts and nut.

Tighten the fuel tank shield to the frame retaining bolts and nut to 32 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).




3. Install the frame brace.
4. Install the frame brace mounting bolts.

Tighten the frame brace mounting bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).

5. Lower the vehicle.