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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Fuel Tank Filler Housing To Body Screws & Retainer
    GM853731Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  2. Remove the fuel tank filler housing to body screws (1), and retainer (2).
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Filler Components
    GM300318Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the fuel tank filler housing to fuel tank fill pipe screws.
  4. Remove the fuel tank filler housing.
    5. Fig 3: Rear Axle Vent Hose On The Fuel Fill Pipe
    GM1238161Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the rear axle vent hose from the clip on the fuel fill pipe bracket.
  6. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    7. Fig 4: Fuel Tank Ground Strap Bolt
    GM1238144Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the fuel tank ground strap bolt (1).
  8. Reposition the fuel tank ground strap (3).
    9. Fig 5: Fuel Fill Pipe Assembly
    GM1378752Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Loosen the fill pipe vent hose clamp (1) at the fuel tank.
  10. Remove the fill pipe vent hose from the fuel tank.
  11. Remove the fill pipe.
  12. Remove the fuel system cooler. Refer to Fuel System Cooler Replacement (Pickup)  or Fuel System Cooler Replacement (Cab/Chassis) .
    13. Fig 6: Fuel Tank Shield Bolts (Pickup)
    GM626413Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. If equipped, remove the fuel tank shield bolts.
  14. If equipped, remove the fuel tank shield.
    15. Fig 7: View Of Fuel Feed And Return Lines At Fuel Tank (Pickup)
    GM1228124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Disconnect the fuel feed and return lines. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar) .
  16. Cap the fuel lines in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
  17. Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
    18. Fig 8: View Of Fuel Tank Straps (Pickup)
    GM1228093Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fuel Tank Strap Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  18. Remove the fuel tank strap bolts.
  19. Remove the fuel tank straps.
  20. Lower the fuel tank until the sending unit electrical connector is accessible.
  21. Disconnect the sending unit electrical connector.
  22. Completely lower the fuel tank.
  23. With the aid of an assistant, place the fuel tank in a suitable work area.
    24. Fig 9: View Of Fuel Feed And Return Lines At Sending Unit (Pickup)
    GM1306338Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  24. If necessary, disconnect and remove the fuel feed (1) and return (2) lines from the sending unit and retaining clips. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar) .
  25. If replacing the fuel tank, remove the sending unit. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
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