Tools Required
J 34730
, Fuel Pressure
Gauge
Removal Procedure
Caution: Provide additional support when a vehicle is on a hoist:
• | Before removing parts, support the opposite end. This helps prevent
the vehicle from slipping off. |
• | Before removing major components, chain the vehicle frame to the
hoist pads at the same end as the removal. This helps avoid a tip-off. |
Failure to follow these precautions could cause vehicle damage, serious
personal injury, or death.
Notice: Do not attempt to straighten any kinked nylon fuel lines.
Replace any kinked nylon fuel feed or return pipes in order to prevent damage
to the vehicle.
Notice: Do not bend the fuel tank straps as this may damage the straps.
Notice:
• | Do not attempt to straighten kinked nylon pipes. Replace any kinked
nylon pipes in order to prevent damage to the vehicle. |
• | Do not attempt to repair sections of nylon pipes. Replace damaged
nylon pipes. |
• | Replace the vapor pipes with original equipment or parts that
meet GM specifications. |
• | Replace the vapor hoses with original equipment or parts meeting
GM specifications. Use only reinforced fuel-resistant hose identified with
the word Fluoroelastomer or GM 6163M on the hose. |
Notice: Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in
order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open
pipes and passages.
Important: Do not attempt to repair sections of nylon fuel pipes. If the nylon
fuel pipes are damaged, replace the pipes.
Important: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing the fuel system components.
- Relieve the fuel system fuel pressure. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Draining
.
Caution: Provide additional support when a vehicle is on a hoist:
• | Before removing parts, support the opposite end. This helps prevent
the vehicle from slipping off. |
• | Before removing major components, chain the vehicle frame to the
hoist pads at the same end as the removal. This helps avoid a tip-off. |
Failure to follow these precautions could cause vehicle damage, serious
personal injury, or death.
- Raise the vehicle.
- Loosen the fuel filler hose clamp (1) at the fuel tank (3).
- Remove the fuel filler
hose from the fuel tank.
- Remove the quick-connect
fittings at the fuel tank. Refer to
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Remove the EVAP pipe from the connection at the front of the fuel
tank.
- Remove the rubber exhaust pipe hangers and allow the exhaust system
to drop slightly.
- With the aid of an assistant,
support the fuel tank and remove the attaching bolts which retain the fuel
tank straps.
- Disconnect the EVAP pipes
(2)from the rear of the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the EVAP pipe from the fuel limiter vent valve (3).
- Disconnect the filler neck EVAP pipe at the rear of the fuel tank.
- Remove the fuel tank from the vehicle and place the fuel tank
on a suitable work area.
- If the fuel tank is not being replaced, go to the installation
procedure.
- Remove the following components
from the fuel tank:
• | The fuel return assembly |
- Remove the insulator
pads from the fuel tank. Note the location of the insulator pads for installation.
Installation Procedure
- Install the insulator
pads on the fuel tank.
- Install the following
components to the fuel tank:
• | The fuel return assembly |
- With the aid of an assistant,
position and support the fuel tank.
- Connect the EVAP pipes to the rear of the fuel tank.
- Connect the EVAP pipe to the fuel limiter vent valve.
- Connect the fuel filler EVAP pipe at the rear of the fuel tank.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the fuel
tank strap attaching bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).
- Install the quick-connect
fittings at the fuel tank. Refer to
Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
.
- Connect the EVAP pipe at the front of the fuel tank.
- Connect the fuel tank
filler hose to the fuel tank.
- Ensure filler hose (4) is fully seated on fuel tank port (2).
- Ensure the clamp (1) is properly located on the tank port
between the bead (5) and the tank (3).
Tighten
Tighten the hose clamp to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
- Install the rubber exhaust pipe hangers.
- Inspect the fuel and EVAP pipes, making sure they were not kinked
or damaged during removal and installation.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the fuel filler cap and add fuel to the vehicle.
- Install the fuel tank filler cap.
- Perform the following procedure to inspect for leaks:
18.1. | Inspect turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 2 seconds. |
18.2. | Turn the ignition switch to the OFF for 10 seconds. |
18.3. | Turn the ignition switch to the ON position again. |
18.4. | Visually inspect the fuel system for fuel leaks. |
- Install the fuel sender access panel.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 10 N·m (88 lb in).
- Install the fuel injector sight shield.Refer to
Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement