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Removal Procedure

    WARNING: Do not allow smoking or the use of open flames in the area where work on the fuel or EVAP system is taking place. Anytime work is being done on the fuel system, disconnect the negative battery cable, except for those tests where battery voltage is required.
    NOTE: Replacement fuel filler tube hoses do not come equipped with hose clamps. Obtain replacement hose clamps prior to beginning this service procedure.
  1. Ensure that the fuel level in the tank is less than 1/4 full. If necessary, drain the fuel tank to at least this level. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
  2. Remove the fuel filler cap.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove the right rear wheel and tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  5. Remove the right rear wheelhouse inner liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Replacement .
    6. Fig 1: View Of Fuel Filler Pipe, EVAP Vent & Fresh Air Hoses At Fuel Tank
    GM1347586Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Loosen the fuel filler tube hose clamp.
  7. Disconnect the fuel filler tube, the fuel filler vent tube, and the fresh air hose from the fuel tank.
    8. Fig 2: View Of Fuel Filler Tube Bracket Bolts & Closeout Grommet
    GM1418669Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the fuel filler tube bracket bolts (2).
    9. Fig 3: View Of Fuel Filler Tube
    GM1418670Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the fuel filler tube (1) from the vehicle.
    10. Fig 4: View Of Closeout Grommet
    GM1418672Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the closeout grommet.
    11. Fig 5: View Of Fresh Air Hose & Fuel Filler Tube
    GM1418671Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Separate the fresh air hose from the fuel filler tube.
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