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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001SILVERADO 1500 HD, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - 4.8L, 5.3L, AND 6.0L - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFUEL LEVEL SENSOR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD, 4WD
Removal Procedure
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
- Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
- Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector (5).
- Remove the retaining clip (6) from the fuel level sensor connector.
- Disconnect the electrical connector (7) from under the fuel sender cover.
- Remove the sensor retaining clip (4).
- Squeeze the locking tangs and remove the fuel level sensor (3).
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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.