Equator 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
3. Check the fuel level on level gauge. If the fuel gauge indicates more than the level as shown (full or almost full), drain the fuel from the fuel tank
until the fuel gauge indicates the level as shown, or less.
NOTE: Fuel will be spilled when removing the fuel level sensor, fuel filter, and fuel pump assembly for the fuel level is above the fuel level
sensor, fuel filter, and fuel pump assembly fuel tank opening.
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As a guide, the fuel level reaches the fuel gauge position as shown, or less, when approximately 15 l (4 US gal, 3 1/4 Imp gal) of fuel are
drained from the fuel tank.
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If the fuel pump does not operate, use the following procedure to drain the fuel to the specified level.
a. Insert a suitable hose of less than 15 mm (0.59 in) diameter into the fuel filler pipe through the fuel filler opening to drain the fuel from fuel
filler pipe.
b. Remove the fuel filler pipe shield.
c. Disconnect the fuel filler hose from the fuel filler pipe.
d. Insert a suitable hose into the fuel tank through the fuel filler hose to drain the fuel from the fuel tank.
4. Release the fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to [Fuel Pressure Check: (QR25DE), (VQ40DE)].
5. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
6. Remove the fuel tank shield.
7. Remove the fuel tank strap bolts while supporting the fuel tank with a suitable lift jack.
