SECTION 03: FUEL SYSTEM
DOB 2490-2789 | X3-45 Commuter PA1605 Maintenance Manual (Section 03 revised May 2018)
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DANGER
Before removing the bolts securing the tank
cradle to the frame, make sure the tank cradle
is adequately supported with jack stands.
Failure to do so could result in injury as well as
damage to the tank.
FIGURE 10: FUEL TANK CONNECTION PANEL
7. Once properly supported, unscrew the bolts
(6) holding the fuel tank support to the
vehicle chassis.
8. Lift the coach until it is high enough to clear
the fuel tank. The fuel tank will rest on the
floor.
3.3 TANK INSTALLATION
To install tank, simply reverse the "Tank
Removal" procedure. Apply Valvoline anti-
corrosion compound on retainer strap studs,
nuts and fuel tank cradle mounting bolts.
FIGURE 11: FUEL TANK SUPPORT MOUNTING BOLTS
FIGURE 12: FUEL TANK SUPPORT MOUNTING BOLTS
FIGURE 13: FUEL TANK STRAP MOUNTING
3.4 FUEL TANK YEARLY INSPECTION
Perform an external visual inspection of the fuel
tank from under the vehicle to detect fuel traces
or leaks.
Perform a visual inspection of the fuel tank
connection panel. Make sure there are no loose
connections. Investigate and correct the cause
of any fuel leaks.
Inspect all fuel tank mountings and cradle
attachment points. Inspect fasteners and replace
them as necessary as described in the
procedure that follows.
1. Raise the vehicle with safe lifting equipment
and procedures.
2. Place jack stands under the fuel tank cradle.
