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Removal Procedure

  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining (Non E-85) .
  3. Remove the right rear wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  5. Remove the exhaust rear muffler..
    6. Fig 1: Chassis Fuel Feed Pipe
    GM2020139Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe quick connect fitting (1) from the chassis fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  7. Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe retainer (3) from the chassis fuel pipe (4).
    8. Fig 2: Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Pipe
    GM2020141Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Disconnect the evaporative emission canister purge pipe (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  9. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
    10. Fig 3: Fuel Tank Strap Fastener And Straps
    GM2020142Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Have assistants support either side of the fuel tank.
  11. Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
  12. Remove fuel tank strap fastener (1) and straps (2).
  13. Have the assistants rest the fuel tank on the adjustable jack.
    14. Fig 4: Fuel Pump Module Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM2020143Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Disconnect the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness electrical connector (1), from the fuel tank fuel pump module.
  15. Once the tank is clear of the frame, lower the fuel tank down and remove forward toward the right side of the vehicle.
    16. Fig 5: Fuel Tank Shield Retainer
    GM2020147Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Detach the fuel tank shield retainer (1).
    17. Fig 6: Fuel Tank Shield
    GM2020148Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Remove the fuel tank shield (1).
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