Fuel Tank Draining

19.55.02 Tank - Drain

Before disconnecting the battery, ensure all text and cautions in the battery disconnection section are observed

Drain
1. Open fuel filler flap and remove cap.

WARNING: Fuel vapour is highly flammable and in confined spaces is also explosive and toxic. Always have a fire extinguisher containing foam, CO2, gas or powder close at hand when handling or draining fuel.

2. Connect fuel recovery appliance earth lead to vehicle.

WARNING: Fuel must not be extracted or drained from any vehicle while it is over a pit. Extraction or draining of fuel must be carried out in a well ventilated area.

3. Fit fuel recovery appliance extraction hose, insert hose through filler neck, turning hose slightly if necessary. Chamfer end of bowser hose to approximately 30 degree to aid entry.
4. Connect exhaust extractor to tail pipes.
5. Start engine.
6. Using a fuel recovery appliance, drain the fuel from the tank into a sealed container. Follow the manufacturers instructions for the connection and safe use of the appliance.
7. Stop engine when fuel warning light is displayed.

CAUTION: Do not allow fuel pump to run dry.

8. Disconnect battery earth lead.
9. Remove fuel tank LH module cover.
10. Remove extraction hose from filler neck and refit fuel cap.





11. Position extraction hose through aperture in fuel tank LH access hole and drain remaining fuel, number 1 in illustration. Repeat process in RH chamber draining remaining fuel, number 2 in illustration.
12. Remove extraction hose from fuel tank, disconnect earth lead from vehicle.

Refill
1. Fit fuel tank LH module cover.
2. Replenish fuel as required.
3. Connect battery earth lead.
4. Turn ignition key to position 1, allow time for fuel pump to prime.
5. Start engine.
6. Stop engine and disconnect exhaust extractors.