GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1998 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Housing Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the fuel tank filler door.
  2. Remove the fuel tank cap.
  3. Remove the fuel tank filler pocket bolts.
  4. Remove the fuel tank filler pocket.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the fuel tank filler pocket.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the fuel tank filler pocket bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  3. Install the fuel tank cap.
  4. Close the fuel tank filler door.