Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fuel Pump Control Module -J538
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Fuel Tank Sender Unit Tool T40068 A
Removing
-- Follow all safety precautions. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
-- Follow the guidelines for clean working conditions. Refer to CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .
Danger due to escaping fuel.
- To prevent large quantities of fuel from draining from the Fuel Pump (FP) control module when removing, the fuel tank may only be a maximum of 1 /4 full.
-- Empty the fuel tank if necessary. Refer to FUEL TANK, DRAINING .
-- Move the passenger seat all the way forward if necessary.
Danger of causing damage to other electronic components when disconnecting the battery.
- Complete the steps for disconnecting the battery.
-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to Removal and Installation .
-- Remove the rear bench seat. Refer to Removal and Installation .
-- Remove the locking flange cover -arrows-.
-- Disconnect the connectors -1 and 2- on the locking flange.
-- If necessary, disengage the electrical connector -3- to the auxiliary heater metering pump at the locking flange and lay it aside.
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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.