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Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
  3. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
  4. Lift and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
    5. Fig 1: Fuel Pump Harness Electrical Connector, Harness Cover & Fastener
    GM2495376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the harness cover fastener (1) and harness cover (2).
  6. Disconnect the fuel pump harness electrical connector (3).
    7. Fig 2: Vent Hose Spring Clamp & Hose Clamps
    GM2551476Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Collapse the vent hose spring clamp (1) and remove the vent hose.
  8. Loosen the hose clamps (2) and slide the filler hose off the fuel tank.
    9. Fig 3: Fuel Feed Pipe Connector & Evaporative Emission Pipe Connector
    GM2551477Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe connector (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  10. Disconnect the evaporative emission pipe connector (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
    11. Fig 4: Fuel Tank Straps & Fasteners
    GM2551478Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Support the fuel tank with a suitable stand.
  12. Remove the fuel tank strap fasteners (1).
  13. Reposition the fuel tank straps (2) toward the back of the vehicle.
    14. Fig 5: Fuel Tank
    GM2551479Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Lower the fuel tank (1).
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