2012 Jeep Compass 2WD L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Pump Module - Installation






FRONT WHEEL DRIVE

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Factory service manual diagram





Factory service manual diagram





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.

CAUTION: Whenever the fuel pump module is serviced, the rubber O-ring seal must be replaced.

1. Clean the rubber O-ring seal area of the fuel tank and install a new rubber O-ring seal.

Factory service manual diagram




2. Lower the fuel pump module into the fuel tank using caution not to bend the float arm.

Factory service manual diagram





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

3. Align the rubber O-ring seal and rotate the fuel pump module to the orientation marks noted during removal. This step must be performed for the fuel level gauge to work properly.

Factory service manual diagram




4. Position the lock-ring over top of the fuel pump module.
5. Position the lock-ring remover/installer into the notches on the outside edge of the lock-ring.
6. Install a 1/2 inch drive breaker bar into the lock-ring remover/installer.
7. Rotate the breaker bar clockwise until all seven notches of the lock-ring have engaged.

Factory service manual diagram




8. Connect the fuel line (3) to the fuel pump module (1).
9. Connect the electrical connector (2) to the fuel pump module (1).

Factory service manual diagram




10. Install the fuel pump module access cover.
11. Install the rear seat.
12. Install the negative battery cable.
13. Use the Scan Tool to pressurize the system and check for leaks.

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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.

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