Draining Procedure - Up to 29 May 2007
- Remove the fuel filler cap.
- Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement .
- Using a flat blade tool, remove the primary fuel tank module cover (1).
- Disconnect the fuel line (1) from the feed port (2) on the MRA (modular reservoir assembly).
- Connect a commercially available fuel pump to the feed port (1) on the MRA (modular reservoir assembly).
- Operate the fuel pump and drain the fuel into an approved fuel container.
- Remove the fuel drain hose.
Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Never drain or store fuel in an open container. Always use an approved fuel storage container in order to reduce the chance of fire or explosion.
Caution: Place a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby before performing any on-vehicle service procedures. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury.
Notice: Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service in the Preface section.
Important: Up to 26 Litres (7 gallons) of residual fuel may remain in the secondary side of the fuel tank.
Draining Procedure - After 29 May 2007
- Remove the fuel filler cap.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Disconnect the fuel feed line (1) from the fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect a commercially available fuel pump to the fuel feed line (1).
- Operate the commercially available fuel pump and drain the fuel into an approved fuel container.
- Disconnect the commercially available fuel pump from the fuel feed line (1).
- If the tank is not being removed, connect the fuel feed line (1) to the fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Never drain or store fuel in an open container. Always use an approved fuel storage container in order to reduce the chance of fire or explosion.
Caution: Place a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby before performing any on-vehicle service procedures. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury.
Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.
Important: Up to 26 Litres (7 gallons) of residual fuel may remain in the secondary side of the fuel tank.
