GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Fuel Tank Draining EFI/MFI

Caution: Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby.

To drain the fuel tank is to remove as much fuel as possible before servicing the fuel tank.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cables.
  2. Use a hand operated pump device in order to drain as much fuel as possible through the filler neck.
  3. Drain the fuel.
  4. Reinstall the filler cap.