2008 Lexus LX 570FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Tank: Installation

  1. INSTALL NO. 1 FUEL TANK HEAT INSULATOR 
    1. Install the No. 1 fuel tank heat insulator with the 4 clips.
    2. Install the fuel tube clamp to the No. 1 fuel tank heat insulator.
      Fig 1: Installing Fuel Tank Heat Insulator
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  2. INSTALL FUEL TANK TO FILLER PIPE HOSE 
    1. Install the fuel tank to filler pipe hose to the fuel tank as shown in the illustration.

      HINT:

      • Align the fuel tank side mark with the hose side mark when installing the hose.
        Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Tank Mark Location
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      • Tighten the hose clamp until the end of the hose clamp contacts the stopper as shown in the illustration.
  3. INSTALL FUEL SUCTION WITH PUMP AND GAUGE TUBE ASSEMBLY  (See INSTALLATION  )
    Fig 3: Identifying Stopper
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  4. INSTALL FUEL TANK MAIN TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY AND FUEL TANK RETURN TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Install the 2 fuel tank tubes and No. 1 fuel tube joint with the 3 tube joint clips.
      Fig 4: Installing Tube Joint Clips
      G05628913Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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When to See a Mechanic

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.