Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Filler Components

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Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .
Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining (Front Tank) , Fuel Tank Draining (Rear Tank) .
Disconnect the fuel fill pipe from the fuel fill pipe housing.
Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

Fig 2: Fuel Tank Ground Strap & Bolt

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Fig 3: Evaporative Emission Canister

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Remove the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement (Pickup) .

Fig 4: Chassis Fuel Pipes

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Disconnect the rear fuel return pipe and the rear fuel feed pipe at the chassis fuel pipes. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
Cap the fuel and EVAP pipes in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.

Fig 5: Fuel Sender And The Fuel Pressure Sensor Electrical Connectors

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Fig 6: View Of Fuel Tank Shield & Bolts

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Fig 7: View Of Fuel Tank & Straps

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Fig 8: View Of EVAP Hoses/Pipes (Canister/Fuel Tank)

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Remove the fuel feed pipe (4) and the fuel return pipe (5) from the fuel sender (2) and the retaining clips (6).
Remove the EVAP pipe (1) from the fuel sender (2), the fuel tank roll over valve (3), and the retaining clips (6).
Remove the fuel sender assembly from the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
Remove the fuel fill and vent hose and pipe assembly from the fuel tank.