Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: Clean the fuel feed pipe connection and surrounding area prior to disconnecting the fittings in order to avoid possible fuel system contamination.

Fig 1: View Of Fuel Feed Line, EVAP Purge Line & EVAP Vent Lines (1500 Series)

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Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Single Tank) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Single Tank w/5.3L (L59) Engine) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Dual Tanks - Front) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Dual Tanks - Rear) .
Disconnect and remove the fuel feed line (1) from the sending unit and retaining clips. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
Cap the fuel feed and evaporative emission (EVAP) openings in order to prevent possible fuel/EVAP system contamination.