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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing fuel system components in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury.
After relieving the system pressure, a small amount of fuel may be released when servicing the fuel lines or connections. In order to reduce the chance of personal injury, cover the regulator and the fuel line fittings with a shop towel before disconnecting. This will catch any fuel that may leak out. Place the towel in an approved container when the disconnection is complete.
CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.
CAUTION: Place a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby before performing any on-vehicle service procedures. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury.
NOTE: Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open pipes and passages.
IMPORTANT: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.
  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief (With CH 48027)  or Fuel Pressure Relief (Without CH 48027) .
    2. Fig 1: Twisting Quick Connect Fitting
    GM157703Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Grasp both sides of the quick-connect fitting. Twist quick-connect fitting 1/4 turn in each direction to loosen any dirt within fitting.
    3. Fig 2: Blowing Dirt Out Of Fitting (Plastic Collar)
    GM155410Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Use compressed air to blow out dirt from the quick-connect fittings at both ends.
    4. Fig 3: View Of Quick Connect Fitting Release Tabs (Plastic Collar)
    GM12777Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Squeeze plastic tabs of male end connector.
    5. Fig 4: Pulling Connection Apart (Plastic Collar)
    GM12778Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Pull the connection apart.

    Repeat the step for the other fitting.

  6. Wipe off the male pipe end using a clean shop towel.
  7. Clean or replace the components/assemblies, as required.
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