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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 386 (ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION)FUEL SYSTEMSFUEL SENDER ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Fuel Sender Assembly: Removal
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Do not handle the fuel sender assembly by the fuel pipes. The amount of leverage generated by handling the fuel pipes could damage the joints.
- Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Remove the fuel tank. See FUEL TANK . Remove the fuel sender shield nuts. Remove the fuel sender shield. Disconnect the fuel sender electrical connectors.
- Disconnect the fuel pipes from the fuel sender. See FUEL LINE DISCONNECT FITTINGS . Using Fuel Sender Lock Ring Tool (J-39765-A 1), remove the fuel sender lock ring. The fuel sender assembly will spring up when the fuel sender assembly lock ring is removed.
- The fuel sender must be tipped in order to remove the sender from the fuel tank. Remove the fuel sender from the fuel tank. Remove and discard the fuel sender seal.
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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.