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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 227 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & ENGINE COMPONENT TESTS - 2.2L)FUEL SYSTEMSFUEL SYSTEM CLEANINGREMOVAL PROCEDURES
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Removal Procedures
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Removal Procedures
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma and 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative battery cable.
- Relieve fuel system pressure. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE under FUEL SYSTEMS in BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES - 2.2L SONOMA & S10 PICKUP article.
- Remove pickup box.
- Drain fuel tank.
- Remove fuel tank.
- Remove fuel sender assembly. Whenever the fuel tank is cleaned, fuel pump strainer must be inspected. If strainer is contaminated, replace strainer and fuel filter. Inspect fuel pump inlet for dirt and debris. If found, replace fuel sender and fuel filter.
- Flush fuel tank with hot water.
- Pour water out of fuel sender assembly opening.
- Rock tank to ensure that removal of water from tank is complete.
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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.