Removing
1. Remove fuel level sensor, fuel filter and fuel pump module (see previous section).
2. If necessary, drain the fuel from the tank.
Attention.
- Since the fuel tank tilts forward and becomes unstable during removal/installation, any remaining fuel must be drained.
- Park the vehicle on a flat, firm surface.
3. Versions with all-wheel drive: remove the cardan shaft.
4. Remove the main muffler.
5. Remove the fuel tank protection.
6. Versions with petrol engine:
Remove ventilation hose (1) behind the fuel tank.
Note. The arrow in the figure points towards the front of the vehicle.
Disconnect the evaporative emission system pipe (2) behind the fuel tank.
Remove fuel filler hose (3) from the fuel line.
7. Versions with diesel engines:
Disconnect the evaporative emission system pipe (A).
Note. The arrow in the figure points towards the front of the vehicle.
Remove ventilation hose (1) behind the fuel tank.
Remove fuel filler hose (2) from the fuel line.
8. If necessary, unscrew the parking brake cable mounting bolts and disconnect it from the suspension arm.
9. Support the center of the fuel tank (1) transmission jack (A).
Attention. Support the fuel tank securely with a block of wood (IN).
10. Remove the left and right fuel tank mounting clamps
11. Carefully lower the transmission jack while holding the fuel tank with your hands.
Attention. The fuel tank may be in an unstable condition due to residual fuel in the bottom of the tank. Do not lower the jack too quickly. Make sure the fuel tank is securely fixed.
Installation
Installation is made in an order, the return to removal.
Note.
- Push on the 35 mm fuel filler hose.
- Tighten the fuel filler hose clamp until the length of the protruding part of the thread is:
- From the side of the fuel filling pipeline: 7-11 mm.
- From the side of the fuel tank: 5-9 mm.
Check after installation
1. Turn the ignition switch to position "ON" (without starting the engine), to pressurize the fuel lines, then check all connections for leaks.
2. Start the engine at idle and check for leaks in the fuel system connections.