Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .

NOTE: Clean all of the following areas before performing any disconnections in order to avoid possible contamination in the system:

The fuel pipe connections
The hose connections
The areas surrounding the connections

Fig 1: View Of Fuel Tank Module, Fuel Pipes, & EVAP Pipes

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Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) in order to disconnect the following from the fuel tank module (2):
- The evaporative emission (EVAP) pipe (5)
- The fuel return pipe (6)
- The fuel feed pipe (7)

Fig 2: View Of Cam Lock Ring & J 39765-A

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IMPORTANT: Do not allow the tool (2) to come in contact with the male pipe ends while unlocking the cam lock ring (1).

Rotate the cam lock ring (1) counter-clockwise using the J 39765 or J 39765-A (2). See Special Tools .
Remove the cam lock ring (1) from the fuel tank.

Fig 3: View Of Fuel Tank Module

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Complete the following in order to remove the fuel tank module (2) from the fuel tank (4):
1. Raise the module (2) upward from the fuel tank (4).
2. Tilt the module (2), to allow the fuel level sensor arm and float (3) to clear the fuel tank module opening.
Remove the fuel tank module seal (1).
Do not reuse the seal (1).

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 module sealing surfaces.