Is it easier to perform this procedure with an empty fuel tank, and what steps should be taken if the drain plug cannot be removed on 2003 Mazda Protege?

This procedure is easier if the fuel tank is empty. If no drain plug, siphon fuel. Remove filler cap, relieve pressure, detach negative battery cable. Raise and support tank with jack and plank, disconnect hoses and fuel lines, unbolt straps and lower tank. Installation is reverse.

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2003 Mazda Protege Fuel Tank Part Number: BL8M-42-110B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Tank, Fuel
- Replaces: BL8M-42-110A, BL8M-42-110
- Item Weight: 28.60 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: BL8M-42-110B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2003 Mazda Protege Submodels:
- DX, ES, LX, Mazdaspeed, MP3 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2003 Mazda Protege Fuel Tank Part Number: BN5V-42-110A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Tank, Fuel
- Item Weight: 27.30 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: BN5V-42-110A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2003 Mazda Protege Submodels:
- DX, ES, LX, Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2003 Mazda Protege Fuel Tank Parts and Q&A

Q: Is it easier to perform this procedure with an empty fuel tank, and what steps should be taken if the drain plug cannot be removed on 2003 Mazda Protege?
A: This procedure is easier if the fuel tank is empty. If no drain plug, siphon fuel. Remove filler cap, relieve pressure, detach negative battery cable. Raise and support tank with jack and plank, disconnect hoses and fuel lines, unbolt straps and lower tank. Installation is reverse.