Fuel Pump: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Use safety glasses when using compressed air to prevent eye injury.
NOTE:
DO NOT handle the fuel sending unit assembly by the fuel pipes. The amount of leverage generated by handling the fuel sending unit assembly by the fuel pipes could damage the joints.
- Fuel pump is located in fuel tank and is integral with fuel sending unit assembly. Remove fuel tank. See FUEL TANK . Using compressed air, clean area at top of fuel tank around fuel sending unit.
- Disconnect fuel feed and return pipes from fuel tank sending unit and from the retaining clips. See FUEL LINE DISCONNECT FITTINGS . Disconnect EVAP pipe from fuel tank sending unit, fuel tank rollover valve and the retaining clips.
- Remove fuel sending unit assembly retaining ring using Retaining Ring Remover/Installer (J-44402). Lift fuel sending unit assembly from fuel tank. Drain any remaining fuel from the fuel sending unit into an approved container. Remove and discard fuel sending unit "O" ring.