Fuel Tank Draining Procedure

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Tools Required

J 43290 Fuel Tank Siphoning Hose
J 42960-2 Fuel Flapper Door Holder

CAUTION: Never drain or store fuel in an open container. Always use an approved fuel storage container in order to reduce the chance of fire or explosion.

CAUTION: Place a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby before performing any on-vehicle service procedures. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury.

Remove the fuel filler cap.
Install the J 42960-2 , or equivalent, into the fuel fill pipe in order to hold the door open.
Insert the J 43290 (2) through the J 42960-2 (1) and into the filler pipe.

Fig 1: View Of J 43290 & J 42960-2 Inserted Into Filler Pipe

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Continue to insert the J 43290 (2) into the filler pipe until the hose exits the valve (1) and reaches the bottom of the tank.

Fig 2: Draining Fuel Using J 43290

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Use an air operated pump device in order to drain as much fuel through the J 43290 (1) as possible.