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Installation Procedure

  1. GM4239886Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.

  2. Fuel Tank (1) - Install
  3. GM4239878Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Fuel Tank Strap (2) - Install [2x]

  4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. Fuel Tank Strap Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] 27 N.m (20 lb ft)
  6. GM4943218Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Fuel Feed Pipe (3) @ Fuel Feed Pipe (4) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 

  7. Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Pipe (1) @ Evaporative Emission Pipe (2) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  8. GM4943216Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Fuel Tank Filler Hose (7) @ Fuel Tank (8) - Install

  9. Fuel Tank Filler Hose Clamp (6) - Install and tighten 4 N.m (35 lb in)
  10. Evaporative Emission Canister (4) @ Evaporative Emission Canister Filter Pipe (5) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  11. Fuel Tank Vent Pipe (2) @ Fuel Tank Filler Pipe (3) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  12. Wiring Harness (1) @ Retainer (9) - Install [5x]
  13. Wiring Harness (1) - Connect [2x]
  14. Exhaust Muffler - Install - Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Dual Exhaust) , or Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Single Exhaust)
  15. {If equipped} Underbody Rear Air Deflector-Right Side - Install - Underbody Rear Air Deflector Replacement - Right Side (XFE)
  16. Refill the fuel tank.
  17. Inspect for fuel leaks.