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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Expanded View Of Fuel Filler Tube & Fuel Filler Pocket Screws
    GM420637Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  2. Drain the fuel tank to a level below that of the fuel tank filler tube. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  3. Remove the fuel filler tube to the fuel filler pocket screws (1).
  4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  5. Wipe the fuel filler tube connection at the fuel tank with a clean cloth and then disconnect the fuel filler tube clamp (3).
  6. Remove the fuel fill tube attaching screw (2) and the fuel filler tube.