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Fuel Tank: Removal: Removal

  1. REMOVE FUEL SUCTION TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH PUMP AND GAUGE 
    1. Remove the fuel suction tube assembly with pump and gauge. Refer to REMOVAL .
  2. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY RH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 5
  3. REMOVE REAR FLOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER  See step  4
  4. REMOVE FUEL SENDER GAUGE ASSEMBLY  See step  5
  5. DRAIN FUEL 
  6. REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT WITH CENTER BEARING ASSEMBLY 

    HINT: 

    Refer to REMOVAL .

  7. DISCONNECT PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the 2 parking brake cables from the 4 clamps.
      Fig 1: View Of Disconnecting Parking Brake Cables
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    2. Remove the 4 bolts and disconnect the 2 parking brake cables.
  8. DISCONNECT FUEL TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the fuel tank main tube (LH side).
      Fig 2: View Of Disconnecting Fuel Tube Sub-Assembly
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      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Retainer
      *2 Connector
      *3 Nylon Tube
      *4 O-ring
      *5 Pipe
      NOTE:
      • Remove any dirt and foreign objects on the fuel tube connector before performing this work.
      • Do not allow any scratches or foreign objects on the parts when disconnecting, as the fuel tube connector has O-rings that seal the pipe.
      • Perform this work by hand. Do not use any tools.
      • Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.
      • Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag after disconnecting the fuel pump tube.
      • If the fuel tube connector and pipe are stuck, push and pull on them to release them.
    2. Disconnect the fuel tank return vent tube.
      Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Tank Return Vent Tube
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      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Retainer
      *2 Connector
      *3 Nylon Tube
      *4 O-ring
      *5 Pipe
      NOTE:
      • Remove any dirt and foreign objects on the fuel tube connector before performing this work.
      • Do not allow any scratches or foreign objects on the parts when disconnecting, as the fuel tube connector has O-rings that seal the pipe.
      • Perform this work by hand. Do not use any tools.
      • Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.
      • Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag after disconnecting the fuel pump tube.
      • If the fuel tube connector and pipe are stuck, push and pull on them to release them.
    3. Disconnect the fuel tank main tube (RH side).
      Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Tank Main Tube (Rh Side)
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      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Retainer
      *2 Nylon Tube
      *3 O-ring
      *4 Connector
      *5 Pipe
      NOTE:
      • Remove any dirt and foreign objects on the fuel tube connector before performing this work.
      • Do not allow any scratches or foreign objects on the parts when disconnecting, as the fuel tube connector has O-rings that seal the pipe.
      • Perform this work by hand. Do not use any tools.
      • Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.
      • Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag after disconnecting the fuel pump tube.
      • If the fuel tube connector and pipe are stuck, push and pull on them to release them.
  9. DISCONNECT FUEL TANK TO FILLER PIPE HOSE 
    1. Loosen the hose clamp bolt and disconnect the fuel tank to filler pipe hose.
      Fig 5: View Of Connecting Fuel Tank To Filler Pipe Hose With Clamp
      GTY145269Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  10. DISCONNECT NO. 3 FUEL HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the fuel hose clamp.
      Fig 6: Identifying No. 3 Fuel Hose Sub-Assembly
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      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Clamp
      *2 Clip
    2. Remove the clip and disconnect the No. 3 fuel hose sub-assembly.
  11. DISCONNECT FUEL TANK TO CANISTER TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the fuel tube clamp.
      Fig 7: Identifying Fuel Tank To Canister Tube Sub-Assembly
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      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Retainer
      *2 Clamp
      *3 Pipe
      *4 Nylon Tube
      *5 O-ring
      *6 Connector
    2. Disconnect the fuel tank to canister tube sub-assembly.
      NOTE:
      • Remove any dirt and foreign objects on the fuel tube connector before performing this work.
      • Do not allow any scratches or foreign objects on the parts when disconnecting, as the fuel tube connector has O-rings that seal the pipe.
      • Perform this work by hand. Do not use any tools.
      • Do not forcibly bend, twist or turn the nylon tube.
      • Protect the disconnected part by covering it with a plastic bag after disconnecting the fuel pump tube.
      • If the fuel tube connector and pipe are stuck, push and pull on them to release them.
  12. REMOVE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY 
    1. Place an engine lifter under the fuel tank assembly.
      Fig 8: Identifying Bolts, Fuel Tank Bands And Fuel Tank Assembly
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    2. Remove the 4 bolts, fuel tank bands and fuel tank assembly.
  13. REMOVE NO. 1 FUEL TANK BREATHER TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the 4 bolts, No. 1 fuel tank breather tube sub-assembly and gasket.
      Fig 9: Identifying Bolts, No 1 Fuel Tank Breather Tube Sub-Assembly And Gasket
      GTY146120Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  14. REMOVE FUEL TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the clamp and remove the fuel tank main tube and fuel tank return vent tube.
      Fig 10: View Of Disconnecting Clamp And Remove Fuel Tank Main Tube And Fuel Tank Return Vent Tube
      GTY146213Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Disconnect the 2 clamps and remove the edge protector.
      Fig 11: Identifying Edge Protector
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  15. REMOVE FUEL TANK TO FILLER PIPE HOSE 
    1. Loosen the hose clamp bolt and remove the fuel tank to filler pipe hose from the fuel tank.
      Fig 12: View Of Remove/Install Fuel Tank To Filler Pipe Hose From Fuel Tank
      GTY145270Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  16. REMOVE FUEL TANK VENT HOSE 
    1. Push the fuel tank vent hose deep into the fuel tank to release the lock pin.
      Fig 13: Pinching Portion A
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    2. Pinch portion A.
    3. Pull out the fuel tank vent hose.
    4. Remove the fuel vapor containment valve from the fuel tank.
  17. REMOVE FUEL TANK CUSHION 
    1. Remove the 11 fuel tank cushions shown in the illustration.
      Fig 14: Identifying Fuel Tank Cushions
      GTY125171Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  18. REMOVE NO. 2 FUEL TANK PROTECTOR 
    1. Remove the No. 2 fuel tank protector from the fuel tank assembly.
      Fig 15: Identifying No. 2 Fuel Tank Protector
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