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.
2008 Jeep Compass 4WD L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fuel Pump Module - Removal
AWD
WARNING: Release fuel system pressure before servicing fuel system components. Service vehicles in well ventilated areas and avoid ignition sources. Never smoke while servicing the vehicle. This may result in personal injury or death.
1. Perform Fuel System Pressure Release procedure. Service and Repair
2. Remove the air cleaner lid, disconnect the inlet air temperature sensor and makeup air hose.
3. Remove the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the rear seat cushion.
5. Rear seat cushion loose.
6. Remove plastic cover.
7. Clean top of tank to remove loose dirt and debris.
8. Use special tool Spanner Wrench #9340 to remove left side module lock ring.
9. Note the fuel pump location on the top of the fuel tank.
NOTE: The pump has to be properly located to the tank for the fuel gauge to work properly.
10. Pull module up out of fuel tank, make sure that you do not spill fuel inside of vehicle.
11. Drain fuel from fuel pump module. Do not spill fuel in interior of vehicle.
12. Disconnect internal line from fuel pump module.
13. Tip module on its side to drain remaining fuel from reservoir and remove module from vehicle.
14. Remove module from vehicle.
15. Remove seal from tank. Discard seal.
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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.
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