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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 271 (ENGINE CONTROLS (INTRODUCTION) -- 5.7L)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFUEL TANK REPLACEMENT - (LEFT W/FFS)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Remove the left rear tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Remove the left rear wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement in Body Rear End.
  6. Remove both mufflers. Refer to Muffler Replacement - Left and Muffler Replacement - Right in Engine Exhaust.
  7. If equipped with automatic transmission, remove the driveline support assembly. Refer to Driveline Support Assembly Replacement (Automatic Transmission) in Propeller Shaft.
  8. Disconnect the fuel fill hose and recirc line from the fill pipe.
    9. Fig 1: Fuel Pump Jumper Harness Connector
    GM903484Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disconnect the fuel pump jumper harness connector.
    10. Fig 2: Fuel Feed Pipe At Rear Of Left Fuel Tank
    GM903423Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (4) at the rear of the left fuel tank. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  11. Cap the fuel pipes to prevent fuel system contamination.
    12. Fig 3: Fuel Tank Strap Mount, Cover, Screws & Bolts
    GM903428Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Loosen the fuel tank strap in order to drop the tank approximately one inch.
    13. Fig 4: Locating Air Inlet Hose
    GM903539Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Disengage the crossover tube connector position assurance (CPA) retainer by pulling the tab (1) outward and rotate.
    14. Fig 5: Locating Crossover Tube Collar
    GM903540Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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