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Removal Procedure
2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500SECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 GMC Sierra and 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Auxiliary Battery) , Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) in Engine Electrical.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining (Pickup) .
- Disconnect the fuel fill pipe from the fuel fill pipe housing.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Disconnect the fuel fill pipe ground strap.
- Remove the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Replacement (Pickup) .
- Disconnect the rear fuel return pipe and the rear fuel feed pipe at the chassis fuel pipes. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Cap the fuel and EVAP pipes in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
- Disconnect the fuel sender and the fuel pressure sensor electrical connectors.
- Remove the fuel tank shield.
- With the aid of an assistant, support the fuel tank.
- Refer to
in Cautions and Notices.
Remove the fuel tank strap attaching bolts.
- Remove the fuel tank straps.
- Remove the fuel tank.
- Place the fuel tank in a suitable work area.
- Remove the fuel feed pipe (4) and the fuel return pipe (5) from the fuel sender (2) and the retaining clips (6).
- Remove the EVAP pipe (1) from the fuel sender (2), the fuel tank roll over valve (3), and the retaining clips (6).
- Remove the fuel sender assembly from the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
- Remove the fuel fill and vent hose and pipe assembly from the fuel tank.
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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.