GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Link.
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Link.
  3. Remove the right rear wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  5. Remove the exhaust rear muffler. Refer to XXX.

  6. Object Number: 2020139  Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe quick connect fitting (1) from the chassis fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Link.
  8. Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe retainer (3) from the chassis fuel pipe (4).

  9. Object Number: 2020141  Size: SH
  10. Disconnect the evaporative emission canister purge pipe (1). Refer to Link.
  11. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Link.

  12. Object Number: 2020142  Size: SH
  13. Have assistants support either side of the fuel tank.
  14. Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
  15. Remove fuel tank strap fastener (1) and straps (2).
  16. Have the assistants rest the fuel tank on the adjustable jack.

  17. Object Number: 2020143  Size: SH
  18. Disconnect the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness electrical connector (1), from the fuel tank fuel pump module.
  19. Once the tank is clear of the frame, lower the fuel tank down and remove forward toward the right side of the vehicle.

  20. Object Number: 2020146  Size: SH
  21. Disconnect the fuel tank vent pipe (1) from the evaporative emission canister.
  22. Remove the evaporative emission canister (2).
  23. Note: Insert and gently push a small flat-bladed tool between the EVAP canister vent solenoid and the retaining bracket.

  24. Remove the evaporative emission canister purge pipe (3).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2020146  Size: SH
  1. Install the evaporative emission canister (2).
  2. Connect the fuel tank vent pipe (1) at the evaporative emission canister.
  3. connect the evaporative emission canister purge pipe (3), at the evaporative emission canister.
  4. Have assistants support either side of the fuel tank.
  5. Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
  6. Have the assistants rest the fuel tank on the adjustable jack.
  7. Once the tank is clear of the frame, upper the fuel tank high.

  8. Object Number: 2020143  Size: SH
  9. Disconnect the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the fuel tank fuel pump module.

  10. Object Number: 2020142  Size: SH
  11. Install the fuel tank straps fastener (2) and fastener (1).

  12. Object Number: 2020141  Size: SH
  13. Connect the evaporative emission canister purge pipe (1). Refer to Link.
  14. Connect the fuel feed pipe (2). Refer to Link.

  15. Object Number: 2020139  Size: SH
  16. Connect the fuel tank feed pipe (2) and lock quick connect fitting (1). Refer to Link.
  17. Connect the fuel tank filler pipe (4) from the filler pipe retainer (3) and tighten to 4 N·m (35 lb in).
  18. Refill the fuel tank.