Fuel Pump Module - Removal

FRONT WHEEL DRIVE

Special Tools:






WARNING: Risk of injury to eyes and skin from contact with fuel. Wear protective clothing and eye protection. Risk of poisoning from inhaling and swallowing fuel. Pour fuel only into appropriately marked and approved containers. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

WARNING: The fuel system is under constant high pressure even with engine OFF. Until the fuel pressure has been properly released from the system, do not attempt to open the fuel system. Do not smoke or use open flames/sparks when servicing the fuel system. Make sure the area in which the vehicle is being serviced is in a well ventilated area. Failure to comply may result in serious or fatal injury.





1. Perform the fuel system pressure release procedure Service and Repair.
2. Remove the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the rear seat.
4. Remove the fuel pump module access cover.





5. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) to the fuel pump module (1).
6. Disconnect the fuel line (3) to the fuel pump module.






NOTE: Prior to removing the fuel pump module, use compressed air to remove any accumulated dirt and debris from around fuel tank opening.

7. Position the lock-ring remover/installer into the notches on the outside edge of the lock-ring.
8. Install a 1/2 inch drive breaker bar into the lock-ring remover/installer.
9. Rotate the breaker bar counterclockwise and remove the lock-ring.






NOTE: The fuel pump module has to be properly located in the tank for the fuel level gauge to work properly.

10. Mark the fuel pump module orientation.






NOTE: Do not spill fuel into the interior of the vehicle.

11. Raise the fuel pump module out of the fuel tank using caution not spill fuel inside the vehicle.





12. Tip the fuel pump module on its side and drain all fuel from the reservoir.





13. Remove the fuel pump module from the fuel tank using caution not to bend the float arm.





14. Remove and discard the rubber O-ring seal.