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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2005ESCALADE/ESV 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTFUEL DELIVERY AND AIR INDUCTIONFUEL TANKSERVICE AND REPAIRPROCEDURESFUEL TANK DRAINING PROCEDURE DUAL TANK FRONT
2005 Cadillac Escalade/ESV 2WD V8-5.3L VIN T
Fuel Tank Draining Procedure Dual Tank Front
2005 Cadillac Escalade/ESV 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TSECTION Fuel Tank Draining Procedure Dual Tank Front
FUEL TANK DRAINING PROCEDURE (DUAL TANKS - FRONT)
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 45004 Fuel Tank Siphon Hose
CAUTION: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Remove the fuel fill cap.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp at the front tank.
4. Remove the fuel fill hose from the front tank.
5. Insert the siphon hose from J 45004 into the fuel tank.
6. Attach the siphon hose from J 45004 to the pump devise hose.
7. Using a hand or air operated pump device, drain as much fuel from the tank as possible.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.