2004 Saturn Vue Red Line, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the fuel tank module assemblies. Refer to Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Primary  and Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Secondary .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Fuel Tank Heat Shield & Fuel Tank Assembly
    GM927748Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the fuel tank heat shield and fuel tank assembly into the vehicle.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the fuel tank straps and tighten the bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fuel tank strap-to-body bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: View Of Fuel Filler Pipe, EVAP Vent & Fresh Air Hoses At Fuel Tank
    GM1347586Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the fuel filler pipe, EVAP vent, and fresh air hoses to the fuel tank.
  5. Connect the electrical connectors:
    1. Fuel tank electrical connector
    2. EVAP solenoid electrical connectors
  6. Tighten the hose clamp on the filler pipe-to-fuel tank connecting hose.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fuel fill neck-to-fuel tank clamp to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

    7. Fig 3: View Of EVAP Vent & Fresh Air Hoses
    GM1226407Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Connect the EVAP canister vent and fresh air hoses to the fuel tank hoses.
  8. If equipped, install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
    9. Fig 4: Identifying Exhaust Muffler Hangers
    GM892074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the rubber exhaust hangers.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline.
  12. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  13. Prime the fuel system:
    1. Cycle the ignition ON for 5 seconds and then OFF for 10 seconds.
    2. Repeat the previous step twice.
    3. Crank the engine until it starts. The maximum starter motor cranking time is 20 seconds.
    4. If the engine does not start, repeat steps 13.1-13.3.
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