Fuel Tank Unit Removal and Installation
Special Tools Required
Image Description/Tool Number
420128.png Fuel Sender Wrench 07AAA-S0XA100

NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations used in the procedure are for USA and Canada models

3. Access Panel - Remove
1.
Disconnect the connector (A).
2.
Remove the access panel (A) from the floor.
3.
Disconnect the connector (B).

4. Fuel Tank Unit Locknut - Loosen
USA and Canada models
2.
Using the fuel sender wrench, loosen the fuel tank unit locknut (B).
Mexico models
2.
Disconnect the hoses (B).
3.
Using the fuel sender wrench, loosen the fuel tank unit locknut (C).

5. Fuel Tank Unit - Remove

USA and Canada models

Mexico models
1.
Remove the locknut (A), then remove the fuel tank unit (B).
NOTE: Be careful not to bend or twist the fuel level sensor arm (C) excessively.

1. Fuel Tank Unit - Temporarily Insert
Insert the fuel tank unit (A) partially into the fuel tank with a new base gasket (B).
Be careful not to damage the new base gasket.
Be careful not to bend or twist the fuel level sensor arm (C) excessively.
Do not coat the base gasket with oil.

2. Fuel Tank Unit - Align

USA and Canada models

Mexico models
Align the marks (A) on the fuel tank and fuel tank unit, then insert the fuel tank unit into the fuel tank.

NOTE: To avoid a fuel leak, check the base gasket, visually or by hand, to make sure it is not pinched.


3. Fuel Tank Unit - Install
USA and Canada models
1.
Tighten a new locknut (A) with a new locknut plate (B) by hand holding the fuel tank unit vertically.
Mexico models
1.
Tighten a new locknut (A) by hand holding the fuel tank unit vertically.

4. Fuel Tank Unit Locknut - Tighten
USA and Canada models
1.
Using the fuel sender wrench, tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
NOTE:
After tightening, make sure the marks (A) are still aligned.
After installation, check the base gasket, visually or by hand, to make sure it is not pinched.
Mexico models
1.
Using the fuel sender wrench, tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
NOTE:
After tightening, make sure the marks (A) are still aligned.
After installation, check the base gasket, visually or by hand, to make sure it is not pinched.
3.
Connect the hoses (B).

5. Fuel Leak - Check
1.
Connect the connector (A).
2.
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, but do not start the engine. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel line will be pressurized. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.

6. Access Panel - Install
1.
Install the access panel (A).
2.
Connect the connector (A).