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Removal Procedure

  1. Relieve the fuel system 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. Fig 1: Disconnecting Quick Connect Fitting (Plastic Collar)
    GM54520Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the fuel filter. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  6. Disconnect the fuel return pipe quick connect fitting. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  7. Remove the rubber exhaust hangers. Allow the exhaust system to rest on the rear axle.
  8. Remove the exhaust heat shield.
  9. Loosen the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel tank.
  10. Disconnect the fuel filler hose from the fuel tank.
  11. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) vapor pipe from the EVAP canister.
  12. Disconnect the electrical harness from the multi-way rear body connector and fuel strap.
  13. Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Tank
    GM49897Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. With the aid of an assistant, support the fuel tank (1).
  15. Disconnect the fuel tank retaining straps.
  16. Lower the fuel tank.
  17. Remove the fuel pump module assembly from the tank. Refer to Fuel Pump Module Replacement .