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Installation Procedure

NOTE: Always re-attach the fuel lines and fuel filter with all original type fasteners and hardware.
Do not repair sections of fuel pipes.
    Fig 1: View Of Fuel Tank O-Ring
    GM1460721Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install a new O-ring seal (1) onto the fuel tank.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Fuel Sender, Lock Ring & Floor Panel Opening
    GM1465529Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the fuel sender assembly (2) into the fuel tank through the floor panel opening (3).
    3. Fig 3: Aligning Notch On Fuel Sender Assembly With Slot In Fuel Tank Opening
    GM1467716Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Align the notch (1) on the fuel sender assembly with the slot (2) in the fuel tank opening.
    4. Fig 4: Aligning Extra Ridge On Fuel Tank Lock Ring With Mark On The Fuel Tank
    GM1467717Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Align the extra ridge (1) on the fuel tank lock ring with the mark (2) on the fuel tank.
  5. Gently push down on the fuel sender while rotating the lock ring onto the fuel tank.
    6. Fig 5: Loosening/Tightening Fuel Sender Assembly Lock Ring
    GM1460720Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Use the CH-47717  fuel tank lock ring tool (1) in order to tighten the fuel sender assembly lock ring. See Special Tools .
    7. Fig 6: Aligning Lock Ring Extra Ridge With Triangle Marks On Fuel Tank
    GM1468315Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. After 2 full rotations of the lock ring, watch for the alignment of the lock ring extra ridge (1) with the 2 triangle marks (2) on the fuel tank.
  8. Rotate the lock ring until the ridge (1) is positioned within the 16 degree area (3) between the 2 marks (2).
    9. Fig 7: View Of ORVR Vent Line And Fuel Sender Assembly
    GM1460719Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the ORVR vent line (2) to the fuel sender assembly (1).
    10. Fig 8: View Of ORVR Vent Line And Quick Connect Clasp
    GM1465470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Slide the quick connect clasp (1) into the lock position on the ORVR vent line (2).
    11. Fig 9: View Of Fuel Sender Assembly And Fuel Line
    GM1460705Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Connect the fuel supply line (1) to the fuel sender assembly.
    12. Fig 10: Securing Fuel Supply Line To Sender Assembly
    GM1465471Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Secure the fuel supply line (2) to the sender assembly with the retaining clip (1).
    13. Fig 11: View Of Fuel Sender Electrical Connector
    GM1460703Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Connect the fuel sender electrical connector (2) to the fuel sender assembly.
  14. Add fuel to the fuel tank.
    15. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  15. Connect the negative battery cable.

    Tighten:  Tighten the retainer for the negative battery cable terminal to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  16. Pressurize the fuel system and check for leaks.
  17. Install the access panel (1) to the rear seat floor panel (3).
  18. Secure the access panel to the body with 4 bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the 4 bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

  19. Relocate the carpet under the ride side seat area and the right sill plate area.
  20. Install the sill plate to the right side door opening.
    21. Fig 12: View Of Seat Bottom Cushion
    GM1464194Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Lower the rear seat bottom cushion (1) and secure with 2 bolts (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the 2 bolts to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

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