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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Prior to VIN 4S558922 (100mm Sender)) Fuel Tank Replacement (VIN 4S558922 and Later (130mm Sender)) .
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Sender Shield
    GM888801Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the fuel sender shield fasteners.
  4. Remove the fuel sender shield.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Fuel Sender Electrical Connectors
    GM888799Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the fuel sender electrical connectors.
  7. Fig 3: Illustrating Proper Handling Of Fuel Pipes
    GM888805Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Do Not handle the fuel sender assembly by the fuel pipes. The amount of leverage generated by handling the fuel pipes could damage the joints.
  8. Disconnect the fuel pipes from the fuel sender. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  9. Fig 4: Identifying J39765-A
    GM888803Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The fuel sender assembly will spring up when the fuel sender assembly lock ring is removed.
  10. Use the J39765-A (1) in order to remove the fuel sender lock ring.
  11. IMPORTANT: The fuel sender must be tipped in order to remove the sender from the fuel tank. Fuel in the sender reservoir must be placed and stored in an approved container.
  12. Remove the fuel sender from the fuel tank.
  13. Remove and discard the fuel sender seal.