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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

Refer to Fuel Vapors in Evaporative Emission Components Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to Safety Goggles and Fuel Warning .

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Fuel Tank Draining 
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  4. Underbody Brace Replacement - Rear V-Rod - Remove
    5. Fig 1: Fuel Tank Feed Pipe, Connector, Bracket Clip & Fuel Pressure Wiring Harness Plug
    GM2834311Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Disconnect the fuel pressure wiring harness plug (2) from the fuel pressure sensor.
  6. Open the rear bracket clip (3).
  7. Unclip the fuel feed pipe (4) from the rear bracket clip (3).
  8. Disconnect the fuel tank feed pipe connector (1) from the fuel feed pipe. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
    9. Fig 2: Evaporative Emission Canister Fuel Vent Pipe, Connector & Rear Bracket Clip
    GM2373291Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Unclip the evaporative emission canister purge vent pipe - chassis (3) from the rear bracket clip (2).
  10. Disconnect the evaporative emission canister purge vent pipe connector (1) from the evaporative emission canister purge vent pipe - chassis (3). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
    11. Fig 3: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe & Components
    GM2373346Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Remove the clamp. (2)
  12. Remove the fuel tank filler hose (3) from the fuel tank filler pipe (1).
  13. Disconnect the fuel tank filler vent pipe (4). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
    14. Fig 4: Fuel Tank & Mounting Components
    GM2834312Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    When you are jacking or lifting a vehicle at the frame side rails or other prescribed lift points, be certain that the lift pads do not contact the catalytic converter, the brake pipes or the fuel lines. If such contact occurs, vehicle damage or unsatisfactory vehicle performance may result.

  14. Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
    15. NOTE:

    The washers (2) will remain on the bolts (3).

  15. Loosen the 2 fuel tank strap bolts (3).
  16. Remove the 2 fuel tank straps along with the bolts (3) and washers (2).
    17. Fig 5: Fuel Tank Pump Module, Wiring Harness, Connector & Bracket Clips
    GM2743863Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    A second technician is required.

  17. Retract the jack step wise, until you can remove the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness plugs.
  18. Disconnect the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness (1) from the fuel tank fuel pump module (2).
  19. Unclip the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness (1) from the 2 bracket clips (3).
  20. Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement  - Remove .
  21. Remove the fuel tank, by retracting the jack.
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