FUEL SYSTEM (DFI) 3-145

Fuel Tank

•Push and pull [A] the fuel hose joint [B] back and forth more than two times, and make sure it is locked and does not come off.

WARNING

Make sure the hose joint is installed correctly on the delivery pipe or the fuel could leak.

If it comes off, reinstall the hose joint.

•Connect the fuel pump lead connector and the battery (–) terminal (see Battery Installation in the Electrical System chapter).

Fuel Tank Inspection

•Visually inspect the gasket [A] on the tank cap for any damage.

Replace the gasket if it is damaged.

•Check to see if the water drain pipe [B] and fuel breather pipe [C] in the tank are not clogged. Check the tank cap breather also.

If they are clogged, remove the tank and drain it, and then blow the breather free with compressed air.

CAUTION

Do not apply compressed air to the air vent holes [D] in the tank cap. This could cause damage and clogging of the labyrinth in the cap.

Fuel Tank Cleaning

WARNING

Clean the tank in a well-ventilated area, and take care that there are no sparks or flame anywhere near the working area. Because of the danger or highly flammable liquids, do not use gasoline or low-flash point solvents to clean the tank.

•Remove:

Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal) Fuel Pump (see Fuel Pump Removal)

•Pour some high-flash point solvent into the fuel tank and shake the tank to remove dirt and fuel deposits.

•Draw the solvent out of the fuel tank.

•Dry the tank with compressed air.

•Install:

Fuel Pump (see Fuel Pump Installation)

Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Installation)