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.
Alternative Procedure
If the electric fuel pump is not operating, the fuel tank must be removed and drained through the fuel pump module opening of the fuel tank.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to TANK, FUEL, REMOVAL or TANK, FUEL, REMOVAL .CAUTION:
Do not allow the float arm of the fuel pump module to come in contact with any part of the fuel tank during removal or installation, damage to the float arm and fuel level sending card may result.
- Remove the fuel pump module. Refer to MODULE, FUEL PUMP, REMOVAL or MODULE, FUEL PUMP, REMOVAL .
- Position a hose into the fuel pump module opening of the fuel tank.
- Attach the opposite end of this hose to approved diesel fuel caddy.
- Using the diesel caddy, evacuate the fuel tank.
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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.