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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2011GRAND CHEROKEE 2WD V8-5.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSFUEL LEVEL SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRFUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT AND SENSOR - REMOVAL
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.7L
Fuel Level Sending Unit And Sensor - Removal
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.7LSECTION Fuel Level Sending Unit And Sensor - Removal
REMOVAL
The main fuel level sending unit (fuel level sensor) (1) is located on the side of the main fuel pump module. The main fuel level sending unit and float arm (2) is serviced as an assembly. The auxiliary fuel pump module supply line is connected to the main fuel pump module supply port (3). The auxiliary fuel level sending unit is not serviceable. If replacement of the auxiliary fuel level sending unit is necessary, the auxiliary fuel pump module and fuel level sending unit must be replaced as an assembly.
1. Remove the main fuel pump module from the fuel tank Fuel Tank - Removal.
2. Disconnect the fuel level sending unit electrical connectors (1,2) from the fuel pump module.
3. Remove the fuel level sending unit electrical wires from the retaining tabs (1,2).
4. Release the fuel level sending unit plastic locking tab (3) and slide the sending unit down and out of the fuel pump module.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.