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Removal Procedure

    WARNING:

    Refer to Diesel/Gasoline Vapors Warning .

    WARNING:

    Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .

  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief 
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining 
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  4. Remove Driveline Torque Tube. Refer to Driveline Torque Tube Replacement
  5. Remove Front Compartment Insulator. Refer to Front Compartment Insulator Replacement
  6. Fig 1: Wiring Harness, Fuel Tank Filler Hose, Clamp And Canister Vent Hose
    GM4298736Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Disconnect Wiring Harness (1)
  8. Remove Fuel Tank Filler Hose Clamp (2)
  9. Remove Fuel Tank Filler Hose (3)
  10. Disconnect Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Hose (4). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  11. Fig 2: Fuel Pump Fuel Feed Hose And Canister Vent Hose
    GM4298739Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Disconnect Fuel Pump Fuel Feed Hose (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  13. Disconnect Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Hose (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  14. Fig 3: Fuel Tank Straps And Bolts
    GM4298741Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
  16. Remove Fuel Tank Strap Bolts (1) (Qty: 2)
  17. Remove Fuel Tank Straps (2) (Qty: 2)
  18. Fig 4: Fuel Tank
    GM4298742Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  19. Remove Fuel Tank (1)
  20. If replacing fuel tank transfer parts as necessary.