Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the fuel tank filler housing to body TORX® screws (1) and pushpin retainer (2).
- Remove the fuel tank filler housing to fuel tank fill pipe bolts.
- Remove the fuel tank filler housing.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle half way. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the fuel tank fill pipe ground wire bolt (3).
- Remove the fuel tank fill pipe ground wire (2) anti-rotation tab from the frame hole.
- Reposition the fuel tank fill pipe ground wire and chassis harness ground wire (1).
- Open the axle vent hose clip on the fuel fill pipe bracket.
- Remove the rear axle vent hose from the clip.
- Disconnect the fuel fill pipe recirculation line quick connect fitting (2) from the evaporative emission (EVAP) rear hose. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Loosen the fuel tank fill pipe clamp (1) at the fuel tank.
- Remove the fuel tank fill pipe.
- Cap the opening on the fuel tank in order to prevent possible system contamination.