Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.

Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Sender Assembly

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Note the strainer (3) position for future reference.
Support the reservoir with one hand. Grasp the strainer with the other hand.
Use a screwdriver to pry the strainer ferrule off the reservoir.

Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Strainer Ferrule

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Discard the strainer.