Fuel Tank: Installation
- Make sure that the fuel tank heat shield (Figure and Figure ) is not damaged.
- Install fuel tank half way through closeout opening, tank may have to be pushed up from underneath to clear the heat shield.
- Install electrical wiring harness over the top of the tank and into the hole next to the fuel pump module hole for the heated back glass (Figure ).
- Connect the LDP electrical connector to pump (Figure ).
- Connect the vapor lines to the tank (Figure ).
- Slide tank forward.
- Install the liquid separator (Figure ) to the top of the EVAP canister.
- Install the left side fuel tank strap nut (Figure ).
- Raise vehicle and support.
- Install the fuel filler tube to fuel tank (Figure and Figure ).
- Connect the vapor line at fuel filler tube (Figure ).
- Install the fastener for fuel tank strap.
- Install the right rear splash shield.
- Install the right rear tire.
- Lower vehicle.
- Install Fuel pump module into tank, refer to the FUEL PUMP MODULE in this section.
- Use Special Tool #6856 to install fuel pump module locknut (Figure ).
- Connect fuel line to the fuel pump module. Refer to QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS in the Fuel Delivery Section.
- Connect fuel pump module electrical connector to fuel pump module and lock.
- Fill fuel tank.
- Connect negative battery cable.
- Use the DRBIII(R) Scan Tool ASD Fuel System Test to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks.
- Disconnect negative battery cable.
- Install the foam block to the top of the fuel pump module (Figure and Figure ).
- Place fuel pump module cover inplace, apply sealer to the cover and install.
- Install the 4 rivets for the fuel pump module cover (Figure and Figure ).
- Install closeout panel in trunk, apply sealer to the panel and install with rivets.
- Clean trunk area.
- Pull top rearward.
- Connect the heated back glass electrical connector (Figure ) to both sides of the glass.
- Roll deck lid carpet back in place.
- Install the convertible top fasteners (15 nuts) (Figure and Figure ).
- Clean vehicle.
- Connect negative battery cable and install the battery cover.