Fuel Tank Draining Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the fuel fill cap.CAUTION: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution in Cautions and Notices.
- Use a hand or air operated pumping device in order to drain as much fuel out of the tank, through the fuel fill pipe as possible.