Fuel Tank Draining for GMC Truck Jimmy - 2WD 2001

Fuel Tank Draining Pick Up

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.

1. Remove the pickup box from the vehicle. Refer to Pickup Box Replacement in Body Rear End.
2. Remove the fuel sender assembly from the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
3. Use a hand operated pump device to drain the fuel from the fuel tank.

1. Install the fuel sender to the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
2. Install the pickup box to the vehicle. Refer to Pickup Box Replacement in Body Rear End.
3. Refill with fresh fuel.

Fuel Tank Draining 2-Door Utility

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.

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.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the fuel filler cap.
3. Disconnect the fuel fill hose from the fuel tank (4-door utility only). Refer to Filler Tube Replacement .
4. Use a hand operated pump device in order to remove the fuel through the fuel filler pipe (2-door utility), or through the fuel tank fill pipe nipple (4-door utility).

Fuel Tank Draining 4-Door Utility

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.

Caution: Do not drain the fuel into an open container. Never store the fuel in an open container due to the possibility of a fire or an explosion.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



3. Loosen the lower fuel fill hose clamp (2) at the lower fuel fill tube (12).
4. Disconnect the lower fuel fill hose (13) from the lower fuel fill tube (12).
5. Use a hand or air operated pump device in order to remove the fuel through the lower fuel fill hose (13).