2002 Chrysler ProwlerFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Tank: Removal

  1. Release fuel system pressure (Refer to FUEL DELIVERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE ).
  2. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
  3. Pull back the trunk carpeting for access to the access panel of the fuel pump module.
  4. Remove the access panel for fuel pump.
  5. Disconnect the fuel lines.
  6. Remove rubber plug for access to fuel pump electrical connector.
  7. Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector.
  8. Remove the fuel pump module retaining nut.
  9. Remove the fuel pump module (Refer to FUEL PUMP MODULE - REMOVAL ).
  10. Drain the fuel tank.
  11. Raise and support vehicle
  12. Remove rear tires.
  13. Remove transaxle (Refer to AUTOMATIC - 42LE - REMOVAL ).
  14. Remove the fuel filler hose clamps.
  15. Remove fuel filler hose from fuel tank (Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Filler Hose
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  16. Disconnect fuel supply tube and the fuel return tube (Refer to QUICK CONNECT FITTING - REMOVAL ).
  17. Remove fuel lines from vehicle.
  18. Remove the 2 rear fuel tank strap bolts at the rear support.
  19. Reposition electrical harness from frame rail (Fig 2).
    Fig 2: Removing Electrical Connector
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  20. Remove rear support retaining nuts.
  21. Remove rear support.
  22. Remove front support retaining bolts.
  23. Remove front support and fuel tank straps.
  24. Reposition fuel tank to access the vapor canister mount.
  25. Remove brake line retainer bolt at canister mount.
  26. Remove canister and mount.
  27. Push up and over on left side of tank. Lower fuel tank on the right side. Remove fuel tank from vehicle.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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