Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Fuel Pressure Relief
- Drain the fuel tank. Fuel Tank Draining
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Underbody Rear Air Deflector -Right Side - Remove - Underbody Rear Air Deflector Replacement - Right Side (XFE)
- Exhaust Muffler - Remove - Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Dual Exhaust) , or Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Single Exhaust)
Wiring Harness (1) Disconnect
- Wiring Harness (1) @ Retainer (7) Remove [2x]
- Fuel Tank Vent Pipe (2) @ Fuel Tank Filler Pipe (3) - Disconnect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
- Fuel Tank Filler Hose Clamp (6) - Remove
- Fuel Tank Filler Hose (5) @ Fuel Tank (4) - Remove
Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Pipe (1) @ Evaporative Emission Pipe (2) - Disconnect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
- Fuel Feed Pipe (3) @ Fuel Feed Pipe (4) - Disconnect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
- Evaporative Emission Canister Air Inlet Hose (6) @ Evaporative Emission Canister (5) - Disconnect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
- Fuel Tank Strap Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Fuel Tank Strap (2) - Remove [2x]
Fuel Tank (1) - Remove
- If replacing fuel tank transfer parts as necessary.
WARNING:
Refer to Diesel/Gasoline Vapors Warning .
WARNING:
Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .