GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Tahoe - 2WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L 🢒 Fuel Tank Filler Hose Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Clean all the fuel pipe and hose connections and the surrounding areas before disconnecting in order to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.
  2. Drain the fuel below the level of the filler tube and hose assembly. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
  3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    4. Object Number: 570590 Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the fuel fill hose clamp (11) at the fuel tank.
  5. Disconnect the fuel fill hose clamp (2) at the fuel fill pipe.
  6. Remove the fuel fill hose and the hose clamps (11, 2).
  7. Disconnect the fuel fill hose clamp (8) at the fill pipe.
  8. Disconnect the fuel fill hose clamp (10) at the fill pipe.
  9. Remove the fuel fill hose and the hose clamps (8, 10).
  10. Cap the fuel tank opening.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 570590 Size: SH
  1. Uncap the fuel tank opening.
  2. Install the fuel fill hose  and the hose clamps (8, 10) to the fuel fill pipe.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the fuel fill hose  and the hose clamps (2, 11) to the fuel fill pipe.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the hose clamps to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).

  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Refill the fuel system.