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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1984T1000 L4-98 1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTFUEL DELIVERY AND AIR INDUCTIONFUEL TANKSERVICE AND REPAIRFUEL TANK DRAINING PROCEDURE
1984 Pontiac T1000 L4-98 1.6L
Fuel Tank Draining Procedure
1984 Pontiac T1000 L4-98 1.6LSECTION Fuel Tank Draining Procedure
WARNING: Never drain or store fuel in an open container due to the possibility of fire or explosion.
PROCEDURE
1. Remove the negative cable from the battery and have a Class B fire extinguisher near the work area.
2. Use a hand operated pump when possible, to drain as much fuel through the filler tube as possible.
3. If a hand-operated pump device cannot be used, or to complete the draining process, use a siphon at the main (not return) fuel pipe at the fuel pump or the fuel tank gauge sender unit.
4. Reinstall any removed hoses, pipes and cap.
PROCEDURE
1. Remove the negative cable from the battery and have a Class B fire extinguisher near the work area.
2. Use a hand operated pump when possible, to drain as much fuel through the filler tube as possible.
3. If a hand-operated pump device cannot be used, or to complete the draining process, use a siphon at the main (not return) fuel pipe at the fuel pump or the fuel tank gauge sender unit.
4. Reinstall any removed hoses, pipes and cap.
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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.