For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.

Warning: Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining. Ensure that the fuel level in the tank is less than 1/4 full. If necessary, drain the fuel tank to at least this level.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
4. Remove the front muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement.
5. Disconnect the fuel pump connector at the right rear side of the fuel tank.
6. Disconnect the fuel tank filler tube from the fuel tank.
7. Disconnect the fuel feed and return line near the right front side of the fuel tank.
8. Remove the rear drive axle, if equipped.
9. Support the fuel tank.
10. Remove the fuel tank strap retaining nuts.
11. Remove the fuel tank straps.
12. Carefully lower the jack and move the front of the fuel pump downward while tilting the rear of the fuel pump upward.
13. Remove the fuel tank.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the fuel tank in the position previously removed.
2. Install the fuel tank straps and tighten the retaining nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
3. Connect the fuel feed and return line near the right front side of the fuel tank.
4. Connect the fuel tank filler tube.
5. Connect the fuel pump connector at the right rear side of the fuel tank.
6. Install the rear drive axle, if equipped.
7. Install the front muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement.