GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer toFuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
  2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer toFuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  3. Remove the fuel tank. Refer toFuel Tank Replacement .
  4. Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer toFuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
  5. Note the strainer position for future reference.
  6. Support the reservoir with one hand and grasp the strainer with the other hand.
  7. Using a screwdriver to pry the strainer ferrule off the reservoir.
  8. Discard the strainer.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the new strainer (1) to the reservoir.
  2. Support the reservoir with one hand and grasp the strainer with the other hand twisting the strainer into position.
  3. Install the fuel sender assembly. Refer toFuel Sender Assembly Replacement
  4. Install the fuel tank. Refer toFuel Tank Replacement
  5. Refill the tank.
  6. Inspect for fuel leaks through the following steps:
  7. 6.1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for two seconds.
    6.2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for ten seconds.
    6.3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
    6.4. Check for fuel leaks.