Fuel Tank Draining

Special Tools

J 36850 Transjel Lubricant
J 45004 Fuel Tank Drain Hose

WARNING:

Never drain or store fuel in an open container. Always use an approved fuel storage container in order to reduce the chance of fire or explosion.

WARNING:

Place a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby before performing any on-vehicle service procedures. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury.

Raise and Support the Vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle

Fig 1: Fuel Tank And Fuel Tank Drain Hose

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

NOTE:

Lubricate the fuel drain hose with J 36850 transjel lubricant or equivalent to aid in hose insertion. Do not use an unapproved lubricant.

Loosen the lower fill hose clamp in order to separate the fill hose from the fuel tank (1).
Insert the J 45004 fuel tank drain hose into the fuel tank (1) until the hose reaches the bottom of the fuel tank.
Use a hand or air operated pump device in order to drain as much fuel from the fuel tank as possible.