Important: Only use oil free compressed air to blow out fuel pipes. If the in-line fuel filter is plugged, the fuel tank should be inspected internally and cleaned if necessary.

1. Relieve the fuel system fuel pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .



2. Drain the fuel tank (1). Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .



3. Remove the fuel tank (2). Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .



4. Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .

Important: Whenever the fuel tank is cleaned, the fuel pump fuel strainer must be inspected (2). If the fuel pump fuel strainer is contaminated, the fuel pump fuel strainer must be replaced and the fuel pump must be inspected. If dirt and debris are found at the fuel pump inlet, then the fuel pump should be replaced.

Important: When flushing the fuel tank, the fuel and water mixture needs to be treated as a hazardous material. The material needs to be handled in accordance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.




5. Flush the fuel tank with hot water.
6. Pour the water out of the fuel sender assembly opening in the fuel tank. Rock the fuel tank in order to be sure that the removal of the water from the fuel tank is complete.

Notice: Always re-attach the fuel lines and fuel filter with all original type fasteners and hardware.

1. Install the fuel sender assembly (4) in the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
2. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
3. Lower the vehicle.



4. Add fuel to the fuel tank (1).
5. Install the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
6. Install the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
7. Inspect for leaks.

7.1.	Turn the ignition switch On for 2 seconds.

7.2.	Turn the ignition switch Off for 10 seconds.

7.3.	Turn the ignition switch On.

7.4.	Check for fuel leaks.

8. Reinstall fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .