Special Tools

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J 36850 Transjel Lubricant. See Special Tools .
J 45004 Fuel Tank Drain Hose. See Special Tools .

WARNING: Never drain or store fuel in an open container. Always use an approved fuel storage container in order to reduce the chance of fire or explosion.

WARNING: Place a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby before performing any on-vehicle service procedures. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury.

Raise and Support the Vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle

Fig 1: Insert J 45004 Into The Fuel Tank

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

NOTE: Lubricate the fuel drain hose with J 36850 or equivalent to aid in hose insertion. Do not use an unapproved lubricant. See Special Tools .

Loosen the lower drain hose clamp in order to separate the drain hose from the fuel tank (1).
Insert the J 45004 into the fuel tank (1) until the hose reaches the bottom of the fuel tank. See Special Tools .
Use a hand or air operated pump device in order to drain as much fuel from the fuel tank as possible.