Removal
NOTE
The in-tank check valve is housed in the quick-connect fitting. The check valve prevents the fuel tank from draining when the external supply line is disconnected.
1. Remove top plate. See 4.7 FUEL TANK TOP PLATE.
2. Pull up on chrome sleeve and pull down on fuel supply line fitting to disconnect fuel line from tank.
3. See Figure 4-10. Loosen quick-connect fitting.
4. Remove the fitting and fuel supply tube from fuel tank.
Installation
NOTE
Carefully inspect fuel supply tube for damage. Replace as necessary.
1. See Figure 4-11. Apply a light film of clean engine oil to new O-ring. Slide O-ring into groove of quick-connect fitting.
2. Feeding fuel supply tube through hole at bottom of fuel tank, turn quick-connect fitting into bore.
3. Tighten fitting to 22-26 ft-lbs (29.8-35.3 Nm).
4. Install top plate. See 4.7 FUEL TANK TOP PLATE.
5. Connect quick-connect fitting to fuel tank. While pushing up on bottom of fitting, pull down on chrome sleeve. Tug on fuel line fitting to verify that it is locked in position.
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