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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Fuel Sender
    GM331709Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  3. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  4. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Cutaway Van Side Tank)  or Fuel Tank Replacement (Passenger/Cargo Van)  or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cutaway Van Rear Tank) .
    5. NOTE: Do Not handle the fuel sender assembly by the fuel pipes. The amount of leverage generated by handling the fuel pipes could damage the joints.
  5. Remove the retaining ring from the fuel sender assembly using the J 39765  . See Special Tools & Equipment .
  6. Remove the fuel sender assembly and the seal. Discard the seal.
    7. CAUTION: Drain the fuel from the fuel sender assembly into an approved container in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. Never store the fuel in an open container.
  7. Clean the fuel sender sealing surfaces.
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