FUEL TANK > REMOVAL

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1. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 compression springs.
   

2. Remove the tail exhaust pipe assembly from the 3 exhaust pipe supports.
   

3. Remove the gasket from the front exhaust pipe assembly.
   

1. Remove the 2 bolts and nut.
   

2. Disconnect the 2 clips, and remove the rear floor side member cover LH.
   

   HINT:

   Insert a screwdriver at an angle into the hole as shown in the illustration to disengage the claw of clip A.

1. Remove the 2 bolts, nut and No. 1 fuel tank protector.
   

1. Loosen the clip, then disconnect the fuel tank breather tube from the fuel vent tube.
   

2. Disconnect the No. 1 charcoal canister outlet hose.
   

1. Loosen the clamp, then disconnect the fuel tank to filler pipe hose from the fuel tank.
   

1. Pinch the projections of the retainer to disengage the lock claws, and pull it out as shown in the illustration.
   

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   *1	Rubber Hose
   *2	O-ring
   *3	Fuel Pipe
   *4	Retainer
   *a	Turn
   *b	Pull Out

   NOTICE:

   1. Remove any dirt and foreign matter on the fuel tube connector before performing this work.
      
   2. It is necessary to prevent dirt or foreign matter from entering the connector. If dirt or foreign matter enters the connector, the O-ring may not seal properly.
      
   3. Do not use any tools for this work.
      
   4. After disconnecting the tube, cover the connector with a plastic bag.
      
   5. If the connector and the pipe are stuck, pinch the retainer, and turn the tube carefully to release it, then disconnect the tube.
      

1. Release the lock as shown in the illustration, then pull and remove the fuel tank main tube sub-assembly.
   

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   *1	Lock Cover
   *2	Retainer
   *3	Fuel Tube Connector
   *4	Fuel Pipe
   *5	O-ring
   *a	Pull
   *b	Pinch

2. Pull out the fuel tank main tube sub-assembly from the pipe.
   

   NOTICE:

   1. Remove any dirt or foreign matter on the fuel tube connector before starting this step.
      
   2. Avoid any scratches or foreign matter on the parts when disconnecting as the fuel tube connector has the O-ring that seals the pipe.
      
   3. Perform this work by hand. Do not use any tools.
      
   4. Do not forcibly bend, kink, twist or turn the nylon tube.
      
   5. Protect the disconnected parts by covering them with plastic bags after disconnecting the fuel tank main tube sub-assembly.
      
   6. If the fuel tube connector and pipe are stuck, push and pull on them to release.
      

1. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the parking brake cable assembly.
   

2. Support the fuel tank using an engine lifter.
   

3. Remove the 4 set bolts of the 2 fuel tank bands.
   

4. Lower the engine lifter to remove the fuel tank.
   

   NOTICE:

   1. Slowly operate the engine lifter to lower the fuel tank.
      
   2. Do not drop the fuel tank.
      
   3. When removing the fuel tank, tilt it slightly to prevent it from interfering with the suspension arm or other surrounding parts.
      

1. Remove the No. 1 charcoal canister outlet hose and the hose clamp.
   

1. Remove the 3 No. 1 fuel tank cushions.
   

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   *1	No. 1 Fuel Tank Cushion

1. Remove the 2 fuel tank cover vent case sub-assemblies.