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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2072 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 6.6L (LMM) - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFUEL TANK DRAININGTOOLS REQUIRED
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6
Tools Required
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Tools Required
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J 45004 Fuel Tank Siphon Hose
IMPORTANT:
Purge any residual fuel in J 45004
into an approved container prior to use.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Dual Batteries) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Auxiliary Battery) .
- Remove the fuel fill cap.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Loosen the fuel fill pipe clamp (2).
- Remove the fuel fill pipe from the fuel tank.
- Insert the J 45004 hose into the tank.
- Attach the J 45004 hose to the hose used with the hand or air operated pump devise.
- Using a hand or air operated pump drain as much fuel from the tank as possible.
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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.