Removal (Right Tank)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain the fuel tank See FUEL TANK DRAINING . Raise and support the vehicle. If equipped with automatic transmission, remove the driveline support assembly. See DRIVELINE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) . Remove the right rear tire. Remove the right rear wheelhouse panel. See Figure. It may be necessary to remove or lower the right muffler to remove right tank. Remove the EVAP canister access cover. Disconnect the Fuel Limiter Vent Valve (FLVV) hose at the EVAP Canister. See Fig 1. Disconnect the fuel pump sender harness connector.
- Remove the crossover tube from the clamp located above the transmission. Disengage the crossover tube CPA retainer by pulling the tab outward and rotate. See Figure. The crossover tube CPA is released when the latch disengages from the tank connection groove. Rotate crossover tube collar counter-clockwise to disengage. Disconnect the crossover tube from the right fuel tank by pulling the tube straight out of the fuel tank connection. Take care not to disturb the internal "O" rings in the fuel tank connections.
- Disconnect the EVAP crossover pipe quick connect fitting at the right fuel tank. Cap the EVAP pipe to prevent system contamination. Remove the fuel tank strap mount bolts. Remove the fuel tank strap from the vehicle. Remove the fuel tank.