Fuel Tank: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Am and 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
- Drain the fuel tank. See FUEL TANK DRAINING .
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the fuel filter using proper procedure for fuel line fitting. See FUEL LINE DISCONNECT FITTINGS . Disconnect the fuel return pipe quick-connect fitting.
- Remove the rubber exhaust hangers. Allow the exhaust system to rest on the rear axle.
- Remove the exhaust heat shield.
- Loosen the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the fuel filler hose from the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the EVAP vapor pipe from the EVAP canister.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the multiway rear body connector and fuel strap.
- With the aid of an assistant, support the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the fuel tank retaining straps. See Fig 1 .
- Lower the fuel tank.
- Remove the fuel sender assembly from the tank. See FUEL SENDER ASSEMBLY .