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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 267 (ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION)FUEL SYSTEMSFUEL TANKREMOVAL
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD
Fuel Tank: Removal
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal
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- Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
- Drain the fuel tank. See FUEL TANK DRAINING .
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the fuel filter using proper procedure for fuel line fitting. See FUEL LINE DISCONNECT FITTINGS . Disconnect the fuel return pipe quick-connect fitting.
- Remove the rubber exhaust hangers. Allow the exhaust system to rest on the rear axle.
- Remove the exhaust heat shield.
- Loosen the fuel filler hose clamp at the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the fuel filler hose from the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the EVAP vapor pipe from the EVAP canister.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the multiway rear body connector and fuel strap.
- With the aid of an assistant, support the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the fuel tank retaining straps. See Fig 1 .
- Lower the fuel tank.
- Remove the fuel sender assembly from the tank. See FUEL SENDER ASSEMBLY .
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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.