Installation Procedure

2012 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger, 4.8L Eng VIN ASECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Fuel Level Sensor
    GM1854936Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the fuel level sensor over the slot in the reservoir and slide the sensor down into the slot.
  2. Fig 2: Fuel Level Sensor Wiring Pigtail, Module Clip & Retainers
    GM1854935Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Ensure that the fuel level sensor retainers (1) engage the module reservoir.
  4. Install the fuel level sensor wiring pigtail under the module clip (2) behind the fuel pump wires.
  5. Fig 3: Fuel Level Sensor Wiring Pigtail Electrical Connector
    GM1854934Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the fuel level sensor wiring pigtail electrical connector (1) to the module cover.
  7. Install the fuel tank module. Refer to Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (15 Reg Cab w/26 gal Tank)Β  or Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (15 Ext/Crew Cab w/26 gal Tank)Β  or Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (25 Ext/Crew Cab w/26 gal Tank)Β  or Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (15/25 Reg/Ext/Crew Cab w/34 gal Tank)Β  or Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement (35 Reg/Ext/Crew Cab w/34 gal Tank)Β .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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