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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Filler Pipe Nuts & Bolts
    GM1468306Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Cover and Plug Openings Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.
  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  2. Remove the fuel filler cap.
  3. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  5. Remove the fuel filler pipe nuts (1).
  6. Remove the fuel filler pipe bolt (2).
    7. Fig 2: View Of Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Hose Clamp
    GM670051Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Loosen the fuel filler pipe clamp.
  8. Remove the fuel filler pipe hose (2) from the fuel tank (1).
  9. Disconnect the vent pipe near the fill pipe hose.
  10. Remove the fuel filler pipe from the fuel filler pocket.
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