Fuel Tank Flushing Procedure
Precautions: Precautions for Fuel System Service · General safety (00)
WARNING:
This flushing procedure cannot remove all fuel vapors in the fuel tank completely, so using a flame or electric heater to dry the fuel tank will increase the risk of an explosion which may cause human injury.
Do not use a flame and/or electric heater to dry the fuel tank.
Before performing the following procedure, observe Precautions for Fuel System Service:M16A.
1)After removing fuel tank, remove all hoses, pipes and fuel pump assembly from fuel tank.
2)Drain all remaining fuel from tank.
3)Place fuel tank to flushing area.
4)Fill tank with warm water or tap water, agitate water vigorously, and drain water out of tank. Repeat this process until inside of tank is clean.
5)Completely flush out remaining water.
6)Dry fuel tank assembly thoroughly in a place free of direct sunlight.