Removal Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Fuel Sender

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (2-Door Utility) or Fuel Tank Replacement (4-Door Utility) .

NOTE: Do Not handle the fuel sender assembly by the fuel pipes. The amount of leverage generated by handling the fuel pipes could damage the joints.

Remove the fuel sender assembly retaining ring using the J 44402 .
Remove the fuel sender assembly and the seal. Discard the seal.
CAUTION: Drain the fuel from the fuel sender assembly into an approved container in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. Never store the fuel in an open container.
Clean the fuel sender sealing surfaces.