2005 GMC Jimmy Automatic, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Removal Procedure

  1. Drain the fuel from the tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure (2-Door Utility) .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Fuel Tank Shield
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  2. If applicable remove the fuel tank shield (2).
    3. Fig 2: View Of Fuel Fill Hose Clamp At Fuel Tank
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  3. Loosen the fuel fill hose clamp (3) at the fuel tank (1).
  4. Disconnect the lower fuel fill hose (2) from the fuel tank (1).
  5. Disconnect the vent hoses from the fuel limiter vent valve.
  6. Disconnect the vent hose from the rollover valve at the front of the fuel tank.
    7. Fig 3: Locating Fuel Pressure Sensor & The Fuel Sender Harness Connectors
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  7. Disconnect the fuel pressure sensor and the fuel sender harness connectors (2, 3) from the fuel sender (1).
    8. Fig 4: Locating Fuel Feed, Return, & EVAP Purge Pipes At Fuel Sender
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  8. Disconnect the fuel feed, return, and EVAP purge pipes (2, 3, 4), at the fuel sender. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
    9. Fig 5: Locating Fuel Tank Components
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  9. Support the fuel tank.
  10. Remove the fuel tank straps (1).
  11. Remove the fuel tank and place in a suitable work area.
  12. Remove the fuel sender from the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement (Utility/Crew Cab) .
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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.
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