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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Fuel Fill Pipe Housing
    GM730795Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the fuel fill cap.
  2. Remove the fuel fill pipe housing.
    3. Fig 2: Locating Fuel Fill Pipe Bracket Nut
    GM730799Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the fuel fill pipe bracket nuts (2).
  4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    5. Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Tank Fill Pipe & Recirculation Hose
    GM1480087Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the fuel filler pipe recirculation hose from the fuel tank. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  6. Loosen the clamp securing the fuel fill pipe to the fuel tank.
  7. Disconnect the fuel fill pipe from the fuel tank.
  8. Cap the open end of the fuel fill hose.
  9. Remove the fuel fill pipe ground strap bolt.
  10. Remove the push-pin retainer and remove the fuel fill pipe from the vehicle frame.
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