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Removal (Blazer & Jimmy Canadian 2-Door)

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  1. Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Drain as much fuel as possible through fuel filler pipe using a hand-operated pump. Raise and support vehicle.
  2. CAUTION: Use safety glasses when using compressed air to prevent eye injury.
  3. Remove left rear splash shield. Using compressed air, clean area around any fittings and hoses to be disconnected. Loosen fuel filler neck hose clamp and vent hose clamp at fuel tank. Disconnect fuel filler neck and vent hose at fuel tank.
  4. Remove fuel tank shield. See Fig 1. Support fuel tank. Remove fuel tank strap fasteners and fuel tank straps. Slightly lower fuel tank. Disconnect electrical connections to fuel tank. Disconnect EVAP and fuel lines to fuel tank. See FUEL LINE DISCONNECT FITTINGS . Remove fuel tank.
Fig 1: Removing/Installing Fuel Tank Shield (Blazer & Jimmy Canadian 2-Door)
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