Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 GMC Sierra, 2010 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2010 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief (CH-48027) .
- Disconnect the engine evaporative emission (EVAP) line (1) quick connect fitting from the chassis EVAP line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Disconnect the fuel feed line quick connect fitting (2) from the fuel rail. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Cap the fuel rail and EVAP pipes.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Unbolt and reposition the front propeller shaft, if required. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement .
- Remove the fuel pipe bracket nut from the bellhousing stud.
- Remove the fuel line clips (1) from the bracket on the automatic transmission.
- If equipped with 4-wheel drive (4WD), remove the fuel hose/pipe clip from the bracket on the transfer case.
- Remove the EVAP canister vent solenoid clip (1) from the chassis EVAP line and secure out of the way.
- Remove the EVAP canister vent solenoid pipe clip (2) from the chassis EVAP line.
- Disconnect the fuel tank fuel feed line quick connect fitting from the chassis line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Disconnect the fuel tank EVAP line quick connect fitting from the chassis line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Cap the fuel and EVAP lines in order to prevent possible fuel and/or EVAP system contamination.
- Remove the fuel/EVAP line clip nuts (1).
- Remove the fuel/EVAP line clips from the frame and crossmember.
- Remove the fuel/EVAP line assembly from the vehicle.
NOTE:
Clean all fuel and evaporative emission (EVAP) lines connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting the lines in order to avoid possible fuel and/or EVAP system contamination.