OEM 2007 Toyota 4Runner Fuel Tank

2007 Toyota 4Runner Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove and install the fuel tank on 2007 Toyota 4Runner?

  A: The fuel tank removal process starts with relieving fuel system pressure before operators can remove the rear floor service hole cover by holding the rear No1 seat assemblies LH and RH while removing a tear-off floor mat and unscrewing 3 screws followed by connector disconnection. The first step includes separating the fuel-tank-to-filler-pipe hose from the filler pipe while draining fuel before setting a mission jack to the fuel tank protector to remove six bolts. Remove the lock claws from the retainer by pinching its tabs to extract the two fuel tank tubes while checking for any dirt around quick connectors then covering tubes with vinyl bags. The fuel tank breather tube sub-assembly needs disconnecting by pressing the tab of the retainer and removing the tube while the fuel tank vent hose requires disconnecting by placing the connector deeply inside and pinching portion A before pulling out the connector. Remove the fuel tank assembly while setting a mission jack below the tank and then lose the two bolts followed by the two fuel tank bands followed by the fuel tank. Unlock the 2 tubes joint clips to remove the fuel tank main tube and the return tube and the fuel tank cushion. Use Special Service Tool 09808-14020 (09808-01410, 09808-01420, 09808-01430) to remove the retainer from the fuel suction with pump & gauge tube assembly before pulling out the assembly while taking care to avoid bending the sender gauge arm. Start installation by pinching the tube's retaining tab and pulling out the tube until it reaches completion. Then proceed to take off the fuel tank to filler pipe hose. Install the new fuel tank to filler pipe hose first before pushing the tube connector into the fuel tank breather tube sub-assembly until it clicks and tightening the retainer. First install a new gasket onto the fuel tank before setting the fuel suction tube assembly to the tank and inserting the spline into its keyway. Finish by installing a new retainer while using the Special Service Tool for tightening. The tube joint clip requires connection to the fuel tank main tube after ensuring no scratches or foreign objects remain present as the installation continues with three new fuel tank cushions. A mission jack should be used to install the fuel tank assembly which must be tightened using 2 bolts and 2 fuel tank bands to a torque value of 40 N.m (408 kgf.cm, 30 ft.lbf). There are two steps to complete before finishing this procedure: connect the fuel tank main tube to the return tube then to the fuel tank breather tube by matching the clicking parts. The back floor service hole cover installation process starts with connecting the connector after which the 3 screws must be installed before reattaching the rear floor carpet assembly.