Jaguar XJ (X350). Manual — part 1098

Fuel Tank Draining - VIN Range: G45704-
>G99999

Special Service Tools

Fuel tank drain adaptor

310-154

WARNING: Place the vehicle in a quarantined area and arrange "No Smoking/Petrol Fumes"

signs about the vehicle.

WARNING: Before any work is carried out on the fuel system, ground the vehicle to earth

and maintain the ground connection until the work is complete.

WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working

on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may

ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Do not carry or operate cellular phones when working on any fuel related

components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these

instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: The fuel system remains pressurized for a long time after the ignition is switched

off. The fuel pressure must be relieved before attempting any repairs. Failure to follow these

instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: After carrying out repairs, the fuel system must be checked visually for leaks.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: This procedure involves fuel handling. Be prepared for fuel spillage at all times

and always observe fuel handling precautions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in

personal injury.

WARNING: If taken internally do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: If fuel contacts the eyes, flush the eyes with cold water or eyewash solution and

seek medical attention.

WARNING: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, as prolonged contact may cause

irritation. Should irritation develop, seek medical attention.

1. Release the pressure in the fuel system.

Fuel System Pressure Release - 2.7L V6 - TdV6 (19.50.02)

2. Remove the rear seat cushion.

Rear Seat Cushion (76.70.37)

3. Remove the scuff plate trim panel.

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4. Detach and reposition the floor covering.

5. Remove the floor aperture cover.

6.

CAUTION: The correct measurement must be used to remove the fuel tank drain port top.

Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.

NOTE:

The fuel tank drain port is marked with DRAIN.

NOTE:

Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.

Using a suitable tool, remove the top of the fuel tank drain port.

7. NOTE:

Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.

Install the special tool to the right-hand side of the fuel tank.

8. Using a suitable fuel vacuum drainer, remove the fuel from the right-hand side of the fuel tank.

9. NOTE:

Vehicles without Diesel engine shown, vehicles with Diesel engine similar.

Remove the special tool.

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