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M140 Tow Tractor Manual No. 46054
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CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE
3 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
August 31, 2008
3.8 FUEL TANK
fuel system.
powder) available and in good working condition.
contaminated and will require removal and cleaning or replacement.
3.8.1 Removal and Disassembly
Disconnect the negative battery cable before servicing the fuel
tank or fuel system. An electrical arc at the fuel tank sending unit can act as
1. Raise tractor on suitable jacks or hoist and block with jack stands.
2. Place a suitable container beneath drain opening at bottom rear of tank.
3. Remove drain plug from fuel tank and drain tank.
and remove tank straps from tank supports.
5. Remove tank supports and lower tank to ground. Disconnect fuel sending
wire and fuel hoses. Tank can now be removed from area for cleaning and
inspection.
NOTICE! Use care when handling the sending unit to prevent damaging it.
3.8.2 Cleaning and Inspection
1. Install drain plug on bottom of tank.
2. Pour a detergent and water solution into tank.
3. Agitate mixture by rotating tank. Make sure solution contacts entire interior
surfaces of tank.
4. Drain cleaning solution from tank. Rinse and repeat steps 1-4.
5. Flush interior of tank with clean water and allow to air dry.
7. Inspect tank protectors for deterioration.
8. Inspect fuel tank for damage. Repair or replace tank as needed.
9. Check tank mounting straps for rust and corrosion.
10. Inspect elbows for damage.
3.8.3 Repair or Replacement
explosion, before servicing a fuel tank: Clean the tank thoroughly before
soldering or brazing. Fill tank with an inert gas such as carbon dioxide or
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