Removal and installation the fuel tank (Mazda Familia BG)

Fuel tank (Injector engine)

1 - fuel pump cover; 2 - fuel pump plug; 3 - fuel hoses; 4 - fuel pump with level sensor; 5 - tank ventilation hoses; 6 - filler neck hose; 7 - fuel tank shield; 8 - Tank tape holders; 9 - fuel tank; 10 - fuel tank filler neck; 11 - two-way check valve

The fuel tank, depending on the model and year of manufacture, can have a capacity of 48 to 55 liters and is made of sheet steel. It is located in the rear suspension area under the body.

Removal

Warning! When removing the fuel tank, some fuel may leak out. Fuel vapors are toxic, so ensure good ventilation. Avoid contact with skin. Wear fuel-resistant gloves.

Warning! Do not work near open fire! Keep a fire extinguisher ready!

1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.

Warning! This will erase the engine fault memory or the radio security code. Before disconnecting the battery, read the instructions in Section Removal and installation the battery.

2. Remove the rear seat, see Chapter Body, car painting, car care.

3. Unscrew the fuel pump cover and disconnect the plug.

4. Loosen the hose clamps and disconnect the fuel hoses. Mark the hoses with tape to make installation easier.

5. Raise the car.

6. Unscrew the fuel tank drain plug and drain the fuel into a clean container. After the fuel has drained, install and tighten the drain plug.

6. Unscrew the fuel tank drain plug and drain the fuel into a clean container. After the fuel has…

7. Disconnect the fuel, vent and filler hoses. Mark the hoses with tape to make installation easier.

8. Unscrew the fuel tank shield.

9. Unscrew the bolts securing the tank strap holders and slowly lower the tank.

10. Check that all pipes and hoses are blocked. Remove the fuel tank.

11. If it is necessary to remove the filler pipe, loosen the mounting bolt and remove the pipe downwards.

Installation

1. If removed, install the filler neck and tighten the mounting bolt with force 10 Nm.

2. Install the fuel tank, put the rubber hose of the filler neck onto the fitting by at least 35 mm and secure with a new clamp.

3. Connect the fuel and ventilation hoses according to the markings.

Attention! All hoses must be placed on the fittings by at least 25 mm.

4. Install the fuel tank holders and tighten them firmly 50 Nm. Route the fuel lines so that they are not flattened or bent.

5. Install the tank shield and screw it on with force 10 Nm.

6. Lower the vehicle.

7. Connect the fuel lines to the fuel pump according to the markings and secure with clamps.

[The text of the article is taken from the website: MAZBOOK]

8. Connect the fuel pump plugs and screw on the pump cover.

9. Install the rear seat, see Chapter Body, car painting, car care.

10. Connect the ground cable to the battery.

11. If available, set the time on the clock and set the security code for the radio receiver.

12. Check the operation of the fuel level indicator on the instrument panel.