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Removal Procedure

NOTE: Refer to Nylon Fuel Lines Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Relieve the fuel system fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the inlet side of the fuel filter. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  5. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting on the fuel return pipe, near the fuel filter. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  6. Disconnect the quick connect fitting on the evaporative emission (EVAP) purge pipe, near the fuel filter.
  7. Fig 1: Locating Vapor Recirculation Pipe At Filler Tube
    GM49730Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Disconnect the vapor recirculation pipe from the filler tube.
  9. Disconnect the fuel filler hose at the fuel tank.
  10. Disconnect the fuel tank harness at the body pass through.
  11. Fig 2: Locating Fuel Tank Strap Attaching Bolts
    GM49727Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. With the aid of an assistant, support the fuel tank.
  13. Remove the fuel tank strap attaching bolts and lower the fuel tank straps.
  14. Fig 3: View Of Fuel Tank
    GM49733Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Remove the fuel tank from the vehicle.
  16. If the fuel tank is not being replaced, go to the installation procedure.