How do I remove tank? - 2007 Chevrolet Chevrolet HHR LT

RTM ,. read the shop manual first.? its all there to read 24/7.
Is this car A USA CAR?

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1. drain tank fully, or you will get a flood of fuel on YOU.
2. remove all hoses to tank/vents and wires, to pump rack top,.
3. remove filler neck hose to tank.
4. with a floor jack under tank, and wood protector to it, try to raise tank just a tad. (1/2?") (I have car at rear on jack stands first)
5. remove tank straps. now.
6. lower jack, done.

now out of shop manual quoted SX4 , near.

1) Relieve fuel pressure in fuel feed line according to
"Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure".
2) Disconnect negative cable at battery.
3) Remove fuel filler cap.
4) Insert hose of a hand operated pump into fuel filler
hose (1) and drain fuel in space "A" as shown in
figure.(this car has check valve at tank inlet)
Hoist vehicle, and remove clamp (2), fuel filler hose
(1) and breather hose (3) from fuel filler neck.
6) Remove exhaust center pipe referring to "Exhaust
Pipe and Muffler Removal and Installation in Section
1K".
7) Remove propeller shaft (For 4WD model) referring to
"Propeller Shaft Assembly Removal and Installation
in Section 3D".
8) Due to absence of fuel tank drain plug, drain fuel
tank by pumping fuel out through fuel tank filler.
Use hand operated pump device to drain fuel tank.
Disconnect quick joint (fuel pipe) (1) from fuel pipes
(2) referring to "Fuel Hose Disconnecting and
Reconnecting".
10) Support fuel tank (1) with jack (2) and remove its
mounting bolts (3)
Lower fuel tank a little as to disconnect wire harness
at connector (1)and ground wire (2), then remove
fuel tank

Removal and Installation

1. NOTE: Make sure fuel tank (9002) is properly supported during removal and installation procedures.
   Drain fuel from fuel tank .

1. Loosen fuel tank filler pipe clamp.

1. Remove fuel tank heat shield (9A032) from vehicle.

1. Support fuel tank .

1. Remove bolt from rear fuel tank support strap (9092) and remove rear fuel tank support strap .

1. Remove bolt from front fuel tank support strap and remove front fuel tank support strap .

1. Partially lower fuel tank to gain access and remove feed and return lines from sender ports. To disconnect push connect fittings, refer to Push Connect Fittings in this section.

1. Remove electrical connector from sender unit.

1. Remove fuel vapor hose from evaporative emission valve (9B593) .

1. Lower fuel tank from vehicle.

SECTION 310-01: Fuel Tank and Lines 2006 Freestyle/Five Hundred/Montego Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

All vehicles

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .

1. Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to Section 310-00 .

1. Drain the fuel tank. For additional information, refer to Section 310-00 .

All wheel drive vehicles

1. Remove the rear driveshaft. For additional information, refer to Section 205-00 .

All vehicles

1. Remove the muffler. For additional information, refer to Section 309-00 .

1. Disconnect the fuel vapor control tube assembly valve-to-fuel vapor tube quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to Section 310-00 .

1. Disconnect the fuel supply tube-to-fuel filter quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to Section 310-00 .

1. Disconnect the fuel vapor tube-to-fuel vapor control tube assembly valve quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to Section 310-00 .

1. Disconnect the fuel tank wiring harness electrical connector at the rear of the fuel tank.

1. Release the clamp and remove the fuel tank filler hose from the fuel tank.

1. Place a suitable lifting device under the fuel tank.

1. Remove the 2 front fuel tank strap bolts.
   • To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).

1. NOTE: Do not bend the fuel tank straps.
   Loosen the 2 rear fuel tank strap bolts and position the 2 fuel tank straps aside.

1. Lower the fuel tank enough to move forward, clear of the fuel straps then complete the lowering procedure.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Procedure revision date: 08/19/2009

Procedure to remove a fuel tank depends on brand, model and year of the car. Just some examples:
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How To Remove Gas Tank

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Hi, welcome to FixYa.com my name is Shawn and I will be answering your question.

1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the procedure in this section.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) .

1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank (9002) . Refer to the procedure in this section.
   
   Fuel Tank and Related Components

1. Raise and support the vehicle.

1. Remove the two pins from the fuel tank front protector.

1. Remove the three fuel tank front protector bolts and remove the fuel tank front protector.

1. Disconnect the evaporative emission hose (9E325) from the evaporative emission valve (9B593) .

1. NOTE: Label the fuel return line and fuel supply line to ease installation.
   Loosen the fuel return hose clamp and slide it away from the fuel return hose connection.

1. NOTE: Use a rag to prevent fuel from spilling while disconnecting the fuel lines.
   Disconnect the fuel return hose at the fuel tank .

1. Loosen the fuel supply hose clamp and slide it away from the fuel supply hose connection.

1. Disconnect the fuel supply hose at the fuel tank .

1. Disconnect the fuel pump and bracket electrical connector.

1. Loosen the hose clamp from the fuel tank to filler pipe hose (9047) and slide the hose clamp toward the fuel tank .

1. Separate the fuel tank to filler pipe hose from the fuel tank filler pipe (9034) .

1. Place a jack under the fuel tank to support it when the fuel tank support straps are removed.

1. Remove the two fuel tank support strap bolts and allow the fuel tank support straps to hang down.

1. Remove the spring clips from the fuel tank support strap hinges.

1. Remove the fuel tank support strap hinges and remove the fuel tank support straps.

1. NOTE: An assistant may be necessary to remove the fuel tank .
   Lower the fuel tank from the vehicle.

I hope my assistance helped you and resolved your concern, if you need further assistance please ask.

This is a common problem and to correct this problem will require the replacement of the fuel sending unit. The fuel sending unit is inside the fuel tank and has the fuel pump mounted in it. This requires the removal of the gas tank and then the fuel sending unit can be removed from the tank.

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Fig. 1: Fuel pump unit

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Relieve fuel system pressure.
3. Remove fuel filler cap to release fuel tank vapors. Leave cap off until repairs are completed. Gasoline fuel vapors are extremely flammable. Ensure that fuel is stored in a container that can be properly sealed. Never store fuel in an open container. Store container in a safe place away from heat.
4. Remove fuel tank by performing the following:
   1. Step 1: Drain fuel from the tank into an approved container for storage.
   2. Step 2: Raise and safely support the vehicle.
   3. Step 3: Remove rear stabilizer bar at links, pivot bar downward.
   4. Step 4: Remove hoses and pipes from tank unit.
   5. Step 5: Remove hoses at tank from filler and vent pipe.
   6. Step 6: Disconnect tank unit harness from rear body harness.
   7. Step 7: Support fuel tank and disconnect 2 fuel tank retaining straps.
   8. Step 8: Remove tank from vehicle.
5. Remove sending unit, gasket and pump assembly by turning cam lock ring counterclockwise. Lift assembly from fuel tank and remove fuel pump from fuel tank sending unit.
6. Pull fuel pump up into attaching hose while pulling outward away from bottom support. Take care to prevent damage to rubber insulator and strainer during removal. After pump assembly is clear of bottom support, pull pump assembly out of rubber connector for removal. To install:
   
7. Push fuel pump assembly into attaching hose.
8. Install fuel tank sending unit and pump assembly into tank assembly. Use new O-ring seal during reassembly.
9. Install cam lock over assembly and lock by turning clockwise.
10. Support tank and position in vehicle. Install tank straps and secure with retaining bolts. Tighten to 25 ft. lbs. (33 Nm).
11. Connect tank unit harness to body harness.
12. Connect hoses to filler and vent pipes. Tighten clamps.
13. Connect hoses and pipes to tank unit.
14. Connect rear stabilizer bar to links. Tighten bolts to 42 ft. lbs. (58 Nm).
15. Lower vehicle.
16. Refill tank and install filler cap.
17. Connect negative battery cable.
18. Start engine and check for leaks.

Gas tank is located inside of fuel tank. Loosen the two straps on tank and let the tank drop slowely with floor and wood support underneath.(make sure gas is removed so it is not so heavy) Lower tank and remove electrical wire connections and remove filler hose from tank side.Remove tank from car. Tank has round o ring lock on top.Take rubber malet and tap o ring counter clockwise to remove pump assembly replace pump and then use reverse procedre to put tank back.Good luck.

I'll just post both tasks and you choose the appropriate one:

Except Cab-Mounted Tanks

1. Drain the tank.
   
2. Jack up your vehicle and support it with jack stands.
   
3. Remove the clamp on the filler neck and the vent tube hose.
   
4. Remove the gauge hose which is attached to the frame.
   
5. While supporting the tank securely, remove the support straps.
   
6. Lower the tank until the gauge wiring can be removed.
   
7. Remove the tank.
   
8. Install the unit by reversing the removal procedure. Make certain that the anti-squeak material is replaced during installation.
   
9. Lower the vehicle.
   

Cab-Mounted Tanks

1. Remove the seat back hold-down bolts and tilt the seat back forward.
   
2. If equipped, remove the tank cover.
   
3. Drain the tank.
   
4. Disconnect the fuel line, meter wire, and ground wire.
   
5. Remove the lug wrench and lug wrench mount.
   
6. Remove the bolts and fasteners securing the tank in place.
   
7. Remove the tank from the cab, and at the same time, disengage the filler neck from the rubber grommet in the cab opening.
   
8. Remove the meter assembly from the tank.
   
9. Installation is the reverse of removal.
   

I believe this is same truck as Ranger

Pump is in tank

Removal
NOTE: On some vehicles, fuel gauge sending unit is not available separately. On those vehicles, to replace sending unit, replace entire fuel pump .

1. Remove fuel tank as described in this section.

Removal and Installation
NOTE: Make sure fuel tank is properly supported during removal and installation procedures.

1. Drain fuel from fuel tank .

1. Loosen fill pipe clamp.

1. Remove bolts securing shield and bracket assembly to frame (5005) and remove assembly from vehicle.

1. Remove fuel tank filler pipe from vehicle.

1. Support fuel tank .

1. Remove bolts and nuts from rear fuel tank support strap and remove rear fuel tank support strap .

1. Remove bolt and nut from front fuel tank support strap and remove front fuel tank support strap .

1. Lower fuel tank .

1. Remove fuel feed hose at sender push connector.

1. Remove fuel return hose at sender unit push connector.

1. Disconnect sender and fuel pump electrical connector.

1. Remove fuel vapor hose from fuel vapor valve .

1. Lower fuel tank from vehicle

1. Remove fuel tank to bench. Remove any dirt that has accumulated around the fuel pump attaching flange so that it will not enter the fuel tank during fuel pump removal.

1. Turn the fuel tank sending unit locking retainer ring (9A307) counterclockwise with the Fuel Tank Lock Ring Wrench Tool T90T-9275-A or T86T-9275-A and remove fuel tank sending unit locking retainer ring .

1. Remove the fuel pump and sender assembly.

1. Remove fuel pump mounting gasket (9417) and discard.

1. If necessary, disconnect spade connector and remove two screws and fuel gauge sending unit.

check fuel filter first. rate as fixed if this helps.

Steel Midship, Aerostar
Removal and Installation

1. NOTE: Make sure fuel tank (9002) is properly supported during removal and installation procedures.
   Drain fuel from fuel tank .

1. Loosen fuel tank filler pipe clamp.

1. Remove fuel tank heat shield (9A032) from vehicle.

1. Support fuel tank .

1. Remove bolt from rear fuel tank support strap (9092) and remove rear fuel tank support strap .

1. Remove bolt from front fuel tank support strap and remove front fuel tank support strap .

1. Partially lower fuel tank to gain access and remove feed and return lines from sender ports. To disconnect push connect fittings, refer to Push Connect Fittings in this section.

1. Remove electrical connector from sender unit.

1. Remove fuel vapor hose from evaporative emission valve (9B593) .

1. Lower fuel tank from vehicle.