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Removal Procedure

    CAUTION: 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.
    CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  2. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor connector.
  3. Loosen the clamp at the air cleaner assembly.
    Fig 1: Identifying Outlet Resonator/Duct Assembly
    GM898897Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the push pin attachment from the outlet resonator/duct assembly to support bracket.
  5. Loosen the clamp at the throttle body assembly.
  6. Disconnect the PCV fresh air vent hose at cam cover.
  7. Remove the outlet resonator/duct assembly.
  8. Cover the throttle body opening with a shop towel. Use shop air to remove any dirt near the transfer line connection.
    Fig 2: Cover Throttle Body Opening With A Shop Towel
    GM897640Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove any electrical harness or hoses that may be attached to the transfer line.
    10. CAUTION: Whenever fuel line fittings are loosened or disconnected, wrap a shop cloth around the fitting to collect fuel. Place the cloth in an approved container.
    Fig 3: View Of Fuel System Pressure Tester
    GM854376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  11. Disconnect the SA9127E  after the pressure has been relieved.
  12. Disconnect the fuel rail bracket and bolt at the rear of the camshaft cover.
    Fig 4: View Of Fuel Feed Pipe Fastener
    GM854304Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Disconnect the fuel transfer at quick connect from the fuel line using the SA9805E  .
    14. NOTE: An open-end wrench must be used to support the fuel line to rail connection during loosening/tightening to avoid damaging the fuel rail assembly.
    Fig 5: Connecting/Disconnecting Fuel Feed Pipe
    GM854303Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. While supporting the fuel rail assembly with an open-end wrench, loosen the transfer line fitting at fuel rail.
  15. Remove the fuel transfer line.
    Fig 6: Positioning Fuel Line
    GM897589Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Visually inspect the O-ring seals for cuts, nicks, or flatness. Replace as necessary.
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