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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 678 (ENGINE CONTROLS - 4.3L - INTRODUCTION (2 OF 2))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFILLER TUBE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the cap from the opening on the fuel tank.
  2. Install the fuel tank fill pipe.
  3. Connect the recirculation line to the sending unit. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Tighten the fuel tank fill pipe clamp (1) at the fuel tank.
    Fig 1: Tightening Fuel Tank Fill Pipe Clamp
    GM1228094Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clamp to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  5. Install the rear axle vent hose to the clip on the fuel fill pipe bracket.
    Fig 2: Installing Rear Axle Vent Hose
    GM1238157Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Close the axle vent hose clip.
  7. Position the fuel tank fill pipe ground wire and chassis harness ground wire (2).
  8. Install the fuel tank fill pipe ground wire (3) anti-rotation tab into the frame hole.
  9. Install the fuel tank fill pipe ground wire bolt (1).
    Fig 3: Connecting Fuel Tank Fill Pipe Ground Wire
    GM1238144Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Install the fuel tank filler housing.
    Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Filler Components
    GM300318Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the fuel tank filler housing to fuel tank fill pipe bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).

  13. Install the fuel tank filler housing to body TORX® screws (1) and pushpin retainer (2).
    Fig 5: View Of Fuel Tank Filler Housing To Body Screws & Retainer
    GM853731Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).

RENDER: 1.0x

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  • • 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.
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