FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel Tank
2001 Pioneer 900 Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance and Service Manual Page 14-23
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5. Turn the fuel shut-off valve on top of the gas tank to the open position (Figure 14-21, Page 14-27 and
6. Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position and chock the wheels. Start the engine
and check for fuel leaks. If the fuel pump leaks, a rebuild kit must be installed to replace all gaskets and
diaphragms. See following DANGER.
∆ DANGER
• Repair any fuel leaks before using the vehicle.
FUEL TANK
Read DANGER and WARNING on page 14-1.
∆ WARNING
• If the fuel tank is damaged, replace it. Do not attempt to repair it. See the following tank
removal and disposal procedure.
∆ CAUTION
• Add only unleaded gasoline to the tank. Do not put oil into the fuel tank.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The vehicle is equipped with a high impact plastic, seven gallon (26.5 liter) fuel tank.
PREPARATION FOR EXTENDED STORAGE
See Storage – Gasoline Vehicle, Section 3, Page 3-1.
FUEL TANK REMOVAL
1. Chock the wheels.
2. Access the engine compartment. See DANGER on page 14-1.
2.1. Tilt the bed and ensure that the prop rod is engaged.
3. Remove the seat back support. See Section 4 – Body and Trim.
4. Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position and chock the wheels.
5. Turn fuel shut-off valve to the closed (OFF) position (Figure 14-20, Page 14-27) and run the engine
until fuel remaining in the carburetor, fuel pump, and fuel lines is used up and the engine stalls.
6. Loosen (do not remove) the carburetor drain screw (11) (Figure 14-7, Page 14-7) and drain fuel
remaining in the carburetor bowl into an approved container.
7. Using a siphon with a suction device, siphon all fuel out of the tank and into an approved container. See
following DANGER and WARNING.