Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fuel Tank: Installation
- Support the fuel tank with a transmission jack, set the fuel tank in place, and temporarily tighten the bolts of the fuel tank band.WARNING: A helper is required to perform this work.
- Tighten the bolts of the fuel tank band in the order shown in the figure.
Tightening torque:
33 N.m (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)
- Install the heat shield cover and stopper.
Tightening torque:
18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
- Install the fuel tank protector. Refer to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (EXCEPT FOR STI)>FUEL TANK PROTECTOR>INSTALLATION .
- Connect the vent tube to the vent hose.
- Securely insert the fuel filler hose (A) and evaporation hose (B) until the hose end contacts the spool, then attach the clamp or clip as shown in the figure.
Tightening torque:
2.5 N.m (0.3 kgf-m, 1.8 ft-lb)
- Install the rear differential. Refer to DIFFERENTIALS>REAR DIFFERENTIAL (T-TYPE)>INSTALLATION .
- Install the rear exhaust pipe. Refer to EXHAUST (EXCEPT FOR STI)>REAR EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .
- Connect the quick connector of the fuel delivery tube.CAUTION:
- Check that there is no damage or dust on the quick connector. If necessary, clean the seal surface of the pipe.
- When connecting the quick connector, make sure to insert it all the way in before locking the slider.
- When it is difficult to lock the slider, check that the connector is fully inserted.
- After locking the slider, check again that the quick connector is securely connected.
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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.
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