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FUEL TANK AND SHIELD MAINTENANCE (ALL EXCEPT M1009) (Con’t).
CAUTION
Thoroughly clean area before removing fuel tank sending unit (31) from
fuel tank (19). Failure to follow this caution may result in dirt falling into
fuel tank.
14.
Remove fuel tank sending unit cam
(35) .
15.
Remove fuel tank sending unit (31)
and gasket (36). Discard gasket.
1.
Inspect fuel tank shields (16 and 22)
for tears or holes.
2.
Inspect fuel tank (19) for corrosion,
splits, cracks, or punctures.
3.
Inspect 2 strap assemblies (18), 2 support assemblies (4), and 3 brackets (6 and 26) for
dents, cracks, or corrosion.
4.
Inspect fuel tank insulators (17) for signs of wear.
5.
Replace any corroded, damaged, or worn components as required.
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NOTE
If installing fuel tank shield assembly (25), perform steps 18 and 19.
Install new gasket (36) over fuel tank (19) opening. Install fuel tank sending unit (31) and fuel
sending unit cam (35).
Install 2 strap insulators (17) inside 2 strap assemblies (18).
Position 2 strap assemblies (18) with 2 attached support assemblies (4) around fuel tank (19).
Install 2 new Iockwashers (3) and nuts (2) to ends of 2 strap assemblies (18). DO NOT fully
tighten nuts.
Install rear shield (16) over fuel tank (19).
Install front shield (22), brace (21), and 2 bolts (20).
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