Step
3
Installing the Fuel Tank
Parts needed for this step:
Qty.
1
Fuel tank with studs installed
2
Bolt, 5/16 X 7/8 inch
2
Lock nut, 5/16 inch
4
Washer, 5/16 inch
1
Hose clamp
2
Lock washer, 5/16 inch
2
Spring
Procedure
1. Align the fuel tank with the top of the rear frame
(Fig. 7).
2. Push the fuel line through the grommet and hole in the
hydraulic oil filter bracket (Fig. 5).
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Figure 5
1. Fuel line
2. Grommet and hole
Part
3
1
2
3. Hydraulic oil filter bracket
4. Brake handle
3. Push the fuel line onto the fuel tank connection and
secure it with the hose clamp that is on the fuel line
(Fig. 6).
Note: To ease assembly of the fuel line to fuel tank
connection, apply a light lubricant, such as WD 40, to the
end of the fuel line.
Note: Make sure the fuel line and clamp are on as shown
in Figure 6.
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1. Fuel line
2. Clamp
4. Secure the right side of the fuel tank to the rear frame
(Fig. 7) with 2 bolts (5/16 x 7/8 inch), lock washers
(5/16 inch) and washers (5/16 inch) (Fig. 7).
5. Secure the left side of the fuel tank to the rear frame
(Fig. 7) with washers (5/16 inch), springs and locknuts
(5/16 inch) (Fig. 7).
Note: Tighten left side of shift lever plate until it is
completely tight and then unscrew the locknut one full
turn. This will allow the spring to work.
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2
Figure 6
3. Fuel tank connection
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