Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain the fuel tank to a level below the fuel fill hose, if necessary. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
- Remove the left rear wheel house liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Replacement .
- Using compressed air, blow any dirt and/or debris from around the fuel fill pipe and evaporative emission (EVAP) line connections.
- Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp (1) at the fill pipe.
- Disconnect the fuel fill hose (2) from the fuel fill pipe.
- Disconnect the fuel tank EVAP recirculation line quick connect fitting (1) from the fill pipe line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Remove the fuel fill pipe ground strap bolt.
- Disconnect the fill pipe vent line (2) quick connect fitting from the EVAP canister. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the fuel tank fill pocket opening grommet.
- Remove the fuel tank fill pipe out through the opening in the pocket.