Withdrawal
Warnings:
When removing components such as the fuel tank, rear suspension, etc. Use the garage lift under the front of the vehicle to prevent it from tipping over.
Make sure the ignition is off when working on the fuel tank. Avoid all sources of heat and sparks such as lamps, smoking, etc.
Before working on the fuel tank or piping, remove the filler cap to release excess pressure from the tank.
1. Disconnect the fuel tank connector after removing the rear seat cushion.
2. Remove the drain plug from the fuel tank to drain the fuel.
Note. Do not disconnect the filter located in the fuel tank, except when the filter is being replaced.
3. Loosen fuel hose clamps (main and return) and disconnect the fuel hoses:
4. Disconnect the hose, necks and air hose from the filler neck.
5. After removing the fuel tank mounting tape, slowly lower the fuel tank, then disconnect the wiring from the fuel gauge sensor.
6. Remove the fuel tank.
Examination
Check out the following (and replace defective parts if necessary):
1. Leaks from the fuel tank.
If leaks are found, clean the inside and outside of the fuel tank of dirt and check for rust, corrosion, damage, and cracks. A severely corroded or damaged fuel tank must be replaced.
2. Clogged, damaged or corroded fuel line.
Note. When cleaning the fuel tank, avoid using cleaners that may affect the tinned coating on the inside of the fuel tank. Use trichlorethylene, neutral emulsion type cleaning fluid, etc.
3. Detachment or damage to the lining in the upper. fuel tank parts.
4. Checking the operation of the two-way valve.
To test the two-way valve, blow lightly into the inlet and outlet ports. If air passes through the valve with little resistance, the valve is good.
Installation
1. Install the fuel tank by tightening the mounting tape.
2. Connect all hoses and tubes.
Warning. When installing the hoses, make sure that they are not twisted. Improper installation may result in fuel leaks.
3. Slowly lower the internal fuel filter onto the outlet hose and tighten the drain plug to specification (15-25 Nm).