Removal Procedure
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IMPORTANT:
Clean the fuel feed/return pipes connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting the fittings in order to avoid possible fuel system contamination.
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Pickup) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Pickup - 5.3L (L59) Engine) or Fuel Tank Replacement (1500 Crew Cab) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Front) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Rear) .
- Disconnect and remove the fuel feed (3) and/or fuel return (2) line from the sending unit and retaining clips.
- Cap the fuel feed/return, and evaporative emission (EVAP) lines in order to prevent possible fuel/EVAP system contamination.