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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004ALERO GLS, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS (INTRODUCTION) - 3.4L (LA1)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFUEL TANK REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Alero GLS, 4D Sedan

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Alero GLS, 4D SedanSECTION Installation Procedure
    Fig 1: Fuel Tank & Fuel Sender Assembly
    GM49897Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the fuel sender assembly to the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
  2. With the aid of an assistant, raise the fuel tank (1) to the vehicle.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the fuel tank retaining straps.

    Tighten:  Tighten the strap bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

  4. Connect the wiring harness into the multi-way rear body connector.
  5. Connect the EVAP vapor pipe to the EVAP canister.
  6. Connect the fuel filler hose to the fuel tank.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fuel filler hose clamp to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

  7. Install the rubber exhaust hangers.
  8. Install the exhaust heat shield.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the exhaust shield bolt to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
    • Tighten the exhaust shield nuts to 1 N.m (9 lb in).

  9. Connect the fuel return pipe and fuel filter quick-connect fittings. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Refill the fuel tank.
  12. Install the fuel filler cap.
  13. Connect the negative battery cable.
  14. Inspect for fuel leaks.
    1. Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
    2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
    3. Turn ON the ignition.
    4. Inspect for fuel leaks.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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