Front Chassis

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Clean all the pipe connections and the surrounding areas before disconnecting the pipes in order to avoid possible contamination.
3. Disconnect the chassis [1][2]EVAP pipe from the engine compartment EVAP pipe.

CAUTION: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in Service Precautions.

4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
5. Remove the fuel/[1][2]EVAP pipes retainer mounting stud (7) from the cylinder head.
6. Remove the fuel/[1][2]EVAP pipes retainer mounting stud (6) from the transmission.
7. Remove the fuel/[1][2]EVAP pipes retainer mounting fastener (5) from the crossrail.




8. Remove the [1][2]EVAP pipe from the transfer case bracket clip (4 wheel drive only).




9. Disconnect the chassis [1][2]EVAP Pipe from the EVAP canister purge pipe (3).
10. Note the position of the [1][2]EVAP pipe for aid in installation.
11. Remove the [1][2]EVAP pipe from the retaining clips.
12. Remove the [1][2]EVAP pipe.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT:
^ When replacing the fuel/[1][2]EVAP pipes, always replace them with original equipment or parts that meet the GM specifications for those' parts. The replacement pipes must have the same type of fittings as the original pipes in order to ensure the integrity of the connection.
^ Do Not use copper or aluminum tubing to replace steel tubing. Only tubing meeting the 124-M specification or its equivalent is capable of meeting all pressure, corrosion and vibration characteristics necessary to ensure the durability standard required.




1. Connect the chassis [1][2]EVAP pipe to the EVAP canister purge pipe (3).




2. Install the [1][2]EVAP pipe into the transfer case bracket clip (4 wheel drive only).




3. Install the [1][2]EVAP pipe into the transmission bracket retainer.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install mounting stud (6).

Tighten
Tighten the mounting stud to 7 N.m (62 lb in).

5. Install the [1][2]EVAP pipe into the cylinder head retainer.
6. Install the mounting stud (7).

Tighten
Tighten the mounting stud to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

7. Install the [1][2]EVAP pipe into the crossrail retainer.
8. Install the retainer mounting fastener (5) to the crossrail.

Tighten
Tighten the mounting fastener to 11 N.m (97 lb in).

9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Connect the chassis [1][2]EVAP pipe to the engine compartment EVAP pipe.
11. Install the engine cover.