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Removal and Installation

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WARNING: Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. Drain the fuel tank until the fuel level is at or below half. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  4. Loosen the 2 hose clamps, disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler pipe vent tube.
  5. Remove the fuel tank filler cap.
  6. Remove the 3 fuel tank filler pipe upper retaining screws.
  7. Remove the fuel filler pipe assembly.
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.