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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS - 2.4L - INTRODUCTION (2 OF 2)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFILLER TUBE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
CAUTION: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Caution .
  1. Remove the fuel fill cap.
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  3. Remove the fuel fill pocket. Refer to Fuel Filler Pocket Replacement .
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
    5. Fig 1: Disconnecting Fuel Tank Evaporative Emission Line Quick Connect Fittings
    GM1656958Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the fuel fill vent pipe quick connect fitting (1) from the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  6. Cap or plug the EVAP canister fitting in order to prevent system contamination.
    7. Fig 2: Removing Fuel Fill Pipe Lower Bolt
    GM1656988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the fuel fill pipe lower bolt.
    8. Fig 3: Disconnecting Fuel Tank Vent Line Quick Connect Fitting
    GM1656960Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Disconnect the fuel tank vent line quick connect fitting (2) from the fill pipe recirculation line. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  9. Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp (3) at the fuel tank.
  10. Remove the fuel fill hose from the fuel tank.
  11. Cap or plug the fuel tank opening and vent line in order to prevent fuel loss and/or system contamination.
  12. Remove the fuel fill hose/pipe.
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