Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the cap from the opening on the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel fill pipe to the vehicle and tank.NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Tighten the fuel tank fill pipe clamp.
Tighten: Tighten the clamp to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
- Install the rear axle vent hose to the clip on the fuel fill pipe bracket.
- Install the chassis harness ground strap (2) and fuel tank ground strap (4).
- Install the fuel tank ground strap (3).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the fuel tank filler housing.
- Install the fuel tank filler housing to fuel tank fill pipe screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
- Fill the fuel tank, if necessary.
- Install the fuel tank filler housing to body screws (1) and retainer (2).
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
- Inspect the system for leaks using the following procedure:
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
- Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
Fig 3: View Of EVAP Canister Vent Valve Electrical Connector, Chassis Harness Ground Strap, Fuel Tank Ground Strap Bolt & Fuel Tank Ground Strap