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Filler Tube Replacement Fleetside

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 18439  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  3. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
  4. Raise the vehicle.

  5. Object Number: 18440  Size: SH
  6. Wipe the vent hose connection at the fuel tank and then disconnect the vent hose.
  7. Wipe the fuel filler tube connection at the fuel tank and then disconnect the fuel filler tube and clamp.
  8. Remove the fuel tube attaching screws (2) and the fuel filler tube.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 18440  Size: SH
  1. Install the fuel filler tube and the fuel filler tube attaching screws (2).
  2. Connect the fuel filler vent hose and clamp.
  3. Connect the fuel filler tube hose and clamp.

  4. Object Number: 18439  Size: SH
  5. Reinstall the fuel tank filler cap.
  6. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
  7. Check for leaks.

Filler Tube Replacement Stepside

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 18441  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  3. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
  4. Raise the vehicle.

  5. Object Number: 18442  Size: SH
  6. Wipe the vent hose connection at the fuel tank and then disconnect the vent hose.
  7. Wipe the fuel filler tube connection at the fuel tank and then disconnect the fuel filler tube and clamp.
  8. Remove the fuel tube attaching screws (2) and the fuel filler tube.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 18442  Size: SH
  1. Install the fuel filler tube and the fuel filler tube attaching screws (2).
  2. Connect the fuel filler vent hose and clamp.
  3. Connect the fuel filler tube hose and clamp.

  4. Object Number: 18441  Size: SH
  5. Reinstall the fuel tank filler cap.
  6. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
  7. Check for leaks.