Cradle-Rear Body: Removal

Remove the rear fascia. (Refer to FRAME & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/REAR FASCIA - REMOVAL) .
Remove the spare wheel.
Remove the tail lamps.

Fig 1: Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor
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Disconnect the tire pressure monitor sensor, if equipped.

Fig 2: Right Harness
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Separate the right harness hangers and position the harness through the cradle.

Fig 3: IDENTIFYING VAPOR CANISTER ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
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Disconnect the vapor canister electrical connector.

Fig 4: Canister Hoses
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Disconnect the vapor canister hoses.

Fig 5: Vapor Canister
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Loosen the upper two canister nuts.
Remove the lower canister nut (2) and remove the vapor canister (1).

Fig 6: Left Harness
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Separate the left harness hangers and position the harness through the cradle.

Fig 7: Trailer Wiring
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Disconnect trailer wiring electrical connector (1).

Fig 8: Filler Neck Grommet
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Lube filler neck grommet to aid with removal of the filler neck.

Fig 9: Fuel Filler Hoses & Components
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Disconnect vapor canister line (2).
Disconnect the fuel line (1).
Loosen the clamp (4) and disconnect the fuel filler hose (3).

Fig 10: Fuel Filler Tube & Fastener
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Remove the bolt (1) supporting the fuel filler tube (2).

Fig 11: Removing/Installing Fuel Filler Tube
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Separate and remove the fuel filler neck.

Fig 12: Sway Bar Attaching Point
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Remove the outer bolt (2 and 3) and disconnect the track bar (1).

Fig 13: Exhaust Hangers
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Separate the exhaust hangers (1 and 2) and support the exhaust.

Fig 14: Body Cradle
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Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the location of the body cradle (3) on the underbody to aid installation.
Support the cradle (3) with a suitable lifting device.
Remove the upper cradle bolts (2).
Remove the side cradle bolt (1).
Remove the rail bolts (4) and remove the cradle (3).