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Fuel: Technical Service Bulletins
Fuel System - Fuel Neutralization Procedure

20 08 05 

2011703/2 

November 14, 2008. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 06-03 dated February 17, 2006 for reasons listed below.

Vehicle Information

20 Fuel tank removed from vehicle, neutralizing fuel

Condition

A fuel tank has been removed from a vehicle and must be neutralized.

Technical Background

When a vehicle's fuel tank is replaced, the original tank must be flushed to properly neutralize the remaining gasoline or diesel fuel.

This procedure pertains to any fuel tank, whether being returned to the Warranty Parts Receiving Center or being disposed of by other means.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

Warning:  

The fuel tank must be neutralized before shipment or disposal.

Flushing / Neutralizing

1. Fuel tank must be removed.

2. Pour 0.5 liter of emulsifier (Part No. D 200 201L) into tank.

3. Add 4 liters water.

4. Cap all openings.

5. Agitate tank for at least 30 seconds, turning tank assembly in all directions to allow emulsifier to reach all areas inside the tank.

6. After agitation, drain neutralized mixture into special container labeled "Waste Material-Hazardous" and dispose of properly in accordance with

local, state and Federal EPA regulations.

Warranty

When procedure applies to vehicles under warranty, use the following:

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