Fuel Tank Storage Or Disposal; Fuel Tank Installation - Pioneer 1200 Maintenance Service Manual

FUEL SYSTEM

FUEL TANK STORAGE OR DISPOSAL

1. Remove the cap from the tank and thoroughly rinse it with water. The cap may be discarded or kept as
a spare.
2. Flush the fuel tank with water to remove any remaining gasoline. Use a well-ventilated area.
3. Set the tank upside down so that the water can drain. Use a well-ventilated area. Allow the tank to sit for
24 hours to dry. See following WARNING.
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WARNING
• Dispose of wastewater and fuel tank in accordance with federal, state and local laws and
ordinances.
4. Store the tank upside down, with the cap installed. Use a well-ventilated area.

FUEL TANK INSTALLATION

1. Pioneer 1200:
1.1. Position the retaining straps (13 and 10) and install the fuel tank (Figure 14-15, Page 14-23).
1.1.1. Position the straps in the indentions on the tank.
1.2. Install the screws (12 and 14) into the speed nuts (11) and tighten screws to 25 in-lb (2.8 N·m)
(Figure 14-15, Page 14-23).
2. Pioneer 1200 SE:
2.1. Position the retaining strap (13) and install the fuel tank (Figure 14-16, Page 14-24).
2.2. Install the nut (12) onto the J-bolt (8) and tighten to 25 in-lb (2.8 N·m). Return the seat support (1)
to its original position by rotating it 90° counterclockwise (Figure 14-14, Page 14-22).
2.3. Install the seat support and seat handles and tighten bolts (8) to 13 ft-lb (17.6 N·m).
See Figure 4-3, Section 4, Page 4-6.
3. Connect the vent tube (6) to the fuel tank vent and secure with a new clamp (7) (Figure 14-15,
Page 14-23 or Figure 14-16, Page 14-24).
4. Connect fuel line (1) to the fuel tank shut-off valve (15) and secure with a new clamp (16).
Figure 14-17 Fuel Level Sending Unit
2003 Pioneer 1200/1200SE Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance and Service Manual
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WIRE
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Fuel Tank
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