Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure that the fuel level in the tank is less than 1/4 full. If necessary, drain the fuel tank to at least this level. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (2.2L (L61) and 3.5L (L66)) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (2.4L (LAT)) .
- Remove the fuel filler cap.
- Push/pry the closeout grommet to expose the fuel fill neck attachment bolt. Remove the fill neck attachment bolt.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the right rear wheel and tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the right rear wheelhouse inner liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Liner Panel Replacement .
- Remove the fuel filler pipe intermediate bracket bolt.
- Disengage the fuel filler neck from the support bracket by moving the fuel filter neck up and to the left, toward the rear of the vehicle.
- Disconnect the fuel fill pipe vent tube, fresh air hose, and fuel fill hose from the fuel tank.
- Disengage the filler pipe hose from the fuel tank and remove the fuel filler pipe and rubber grommet from the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Do not allow smoking or the use of open flames in the area where work on the fuel or EVAP system is taking place. Anytime work is being done on the fuel system, disconnect the negative battery cable, except for those tests where battery voltage is required.