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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1999DAKOTA SLT, 2D PICKUP, 3.9 X, 4WD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEREMOVE, OVERHAUL & INSTALLENGINE CONTROLS - COMPONENT REMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAUL - RWD - GASOLINEFUEL SYSTEMFUEL PUMP MODULEINSTALLATION

1999 Dodge and Ram Dakota SLT, 2D Pickup, 3.9 X, 4WD, Standard

Fuel Pump Module: Installation

1999 Dodge and Ram Dakota SLT, 2D Pickup, 3.9 X, 4WD, StandardSECTION Installation

Ensure sealing area on fuel tank is clean. Using NEW rubber gasket, install fuel pump module on fuel tank. DO NOT reuse rubber gasket. Ensure rubber gasket remains in place.
NOTE: Fuel pump module must be properly positioned in fuel tank to prevent float from contacting the fuel tank.
Rotate fuel pump module so alignment arrow on fuel pump module is at 7 o'clock position and aligns with reference mark on fuel tank. See Fig 2. Install and hand tighten fuel pump module lock nut.
Note location of fuel pressure regulator on fuel pump module. See Figure. Ensure fuel filter/pressure regulator is positioned on fuel pump module so fuel line fitting on side fuel filter/fuel pressure regulator points toward driver's side of vehicle.
Hold fuel pump module in place while tightening fuel pump module lock nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Reinstall fuel tank using proper procedure.

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Typical Fuel Pump Module Lock Nut (Dakota, Ram Pickup, Ram Van * Ram Wagon)

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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.