Fuel Level Sensor: Removal

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, AutomaticSECTION Removal
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  1. Fuel level sensor is mounted to the side of the fuel pump module. See Fig 1. Remove fuel pump module. See FUEL PUMP MODULEΒ . Depress retaining tab and disconnect fuel pump and fuel level sensor harness connector from bottom side of fuel pump module harness connector. See Fig 2.
  2. Remove locking wedge from inside of harness connector for fuel pump and fuel level sensor. See Fig 3.
    CAUTION: Note location of wires for fuel level sensor in harness connector for fuel pump and fuel level sensor for installation reference. Wires must be installed in correct location.
  3. Mark wire location in harness connector for fuel pump and fuel level sensor for installation reference. Wires for fuel level sensor must be removed from fuel pump/fuel level sensor harness connector.
  4. Using Terminal Remover (C-4334), remove fuel level sensor terminals from fuel pump/fuel level sensor harness connector.
  5. Slide wires for fuel level sensor through opening on inside of fuel pump module. Slide fuel level sensor out of installation channel in fuel pump module.
Fig 1: Locating Fuel Level Sensor On Fuel Pump Module
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