Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining (Non E-85) .
Remove the right rear wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the exhaust rear muffler.

Fig 1: Chassis Fuel Feed Pipe

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Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe quick connect fitting (1) from the chassis fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe retainer (3) from the chassis fuel pipe (4).

Fig 2: Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Pipe

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Disconnect the evaporative emission canister purge pipe (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .

Fig 3: Fuel Tank Strap Fastener And Straps

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Have assistants support either side of the fuel tank.
Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
Remove fuel tank strap fastener (1) and straps (2).
Have the assistants rest the fuel tank on the adjustable jack.

Fig 4: Fuel Pump Module Wiring Harness Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness electrical connector (1), from the fuel tank fuel pump module.
Once the tank is clear of the frame, lower the fuel tank down and remove forward toward the right side of the vehicle.

Fig 5: Fuel Tank Shield Retainer

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Detach the fuel tank shield retainer (1).

Fig 6: Fuel Tank Shield

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Remove the fuel tank shield (1).