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Removal Procedure

    WARNING:

    Refer to Diesel/Gasoline Vapors Warning .

    WARNING:

    Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .

  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Fuel Pressure Relief 
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Fuel Tank Draining 
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove Exhaust Muffler Assembly - Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LTG, LYX)
  5. Remove Underbody Rear Air Deflector - Underbody Rear Air Deflector Replacement (Front Wheel Drive)
  6. Fig 1: Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Wiring Harness And Fuel Pump Fuel Feed Hose
    GM4596026Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Disconnect Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Wiring Harness (1) - [2x]
  8. Remove Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Wiring Harness (1) @Retainer - [2x]
  9. Disconnect Fuel Pump Fuel Feed Hose (3) - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  10. Disconnect Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Hose (4) - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  11. Fig 2: Fuel Tank Vent Hose, Fuel Tank Filler Hose And Clamp
    GM4596028Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Disconnect Fuel Tank Vent Hose (4) - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  13. Remove Fuel Tank Filler Hose Clamp (2)
  14. Remove Fuel Tank Filler Hose (3)
  15. Fig 3: Fuel Tank Strap And Bolt
    GM4596032Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
  17. Remove Fuel Tank Strap Bolt (1)
  18. Remove Fuel Tank Strap (2)
  19. Fig 4: Fuel Tank
    GM4596034Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  20. Remove Fuel Tank (1) -
  21. If replacing fuel tank transfer parts as necessary.