Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- If necessary, install the fuel sending unit. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement (4.8L and 5.3L Engines) or Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement (5.3L (L59) Engine) or Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement (6.0L Engine - Dual Tanks - Front) or Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement (6.0L Engine - Dual Tanks - Rear) .
- Connect the fuel feed and return pipes to the fuel sending unit and the retaining clips.
- Place the fuel tank onto a suitable jack.
- With the aid of an assistant, partially raise the fuel tank.
- Connect the fuel sender and fuel pressure sensor electrical connectors (2).
- Install the CPA retainer.
- If equipped, install the sending unit shield.
- If equipped, install the sending unit shield nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- With the aid of an assistant, completely raise the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel tank straps.
- Install the fuel tank strap bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Remove the adjustable jack from the fuel tank.
- Connect the vent hose and fill hose to the tank.
- Tighten the vent hose and fill hose clamps at the tank.
Tighten: Tighten the clamps to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
- Connect the EVAP vent pipe to the fuel tank clips (6, 7).
- Remove the caps from the fuel and EVAP pipes.
- Connect the chassis fuel pipes (4) to the fuel tank pipes (3). Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
- Install the EVAP canister. Refer to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Replacement (1500 Series) or Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Replacement (1500 Series - 5.3L (L59) Engine) or Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Replacement (2500 Series) .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Refill the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel fill cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Use the following procedure in order to inspect for leaks:
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
- Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
Fig 1: View Of Fuel Sender & Fuel Pressure Sensor Electrical Connectors (Single Tank w/5.3L (L59) Engine)
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.