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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001SUBURBAN C1500REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 11 (ENGINE CONTROLS - 6.5L (L65) (INTRODUCTION))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFUEL HEATER ELEMENT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500SECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 GMC C3500 HD and 2001 Chevrolet C3500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Fuel Heater & Filter Housing

GM55494

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Install the cap seal into filter housing.

Fig 2: Installing Fuel Heater

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Install the fuel heater.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the threaded cap nut.
Tighten: Tighten the cap nut securely by hand.

Fig 3: Fuel Manager/Filter

GM55514

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Install the fuel manager/filter. Refer to Fuel Filter/Heater Element Housing Replacement .

Fig 4: Fuel Manager/Filter, Intake Manifold & Bolts

GM55513

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Install the mounting bolts that connect the fuel manager/filter to the intake manifold.
Tighten: Tighten the mounting bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 5: Opening Air Bleed Valve On Top Of Fuel Manager/Filter

GM55498

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Open the air bleed valve on top of the fuel manager/filter to bleed air from fuel supply system. Refer to Fuel Feed and Fuel Return Pipe Purge Procedure .

Fig 6: Upper Intake Manifold Cover

GM55489

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Install the upper intake manifold cover.

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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.