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How to remove the fuel tank from the Jeep Grand Cherokee

Model: Jeep Grand Cherokee MK 2, WJ - Years 1998-2004
Part: Fuel pump

In this video tutorial, you can see how to remove the fuel tank from a Jeep Cherokee. First, secure the vehicle, then lift the bonnet and secure it with the prop rod; at this point, you need to remove the engine soundproofing panel. Using a screwdriver, tighten the fuel access to the engine. Now disconnect the battery cables. Lift the car using a column lift. Unscrew the bolts of the metal plates you see with a socket wrench. Disconnect the power connectors and the fuel circulation hoses. Finally, extract the fuel tank from its position. You can now replace the tank with a new one.

Updated on 9 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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