Fuel Pump: Removal

2005 Toyota Celica GT-S, StandardSECTION Removal
CAUTION: Do not smoke or work near an open flame when working on the fuel pump.
  1. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION 
  2. REMOVE FLOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER 
  3. DISCONNECT FUEL PUMP & SENDER GAUGE CONNECTOR AND VAPOR PRESSURE SENSOR CONNECTOR 
  4. DISCONNECT FUEL TUBE AND EMISSION TUBE 
    1. Wash away the mud, dust and the likes on the fuel suction plate with water.
    2. Pull off the tube joint clip from the No. 1 fuel suction plate.
      Fig 1: Pulling Tube Joint Clip
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    3. Disconnect the fuel tube from the fuel pump assembly.
    4. Disconnect the emission tube from the fuel pump assembly.
    5. Attach the tape in order to protect the port portion from the dust.
      Fig 2: Attaching Tape To Protect Port Portion From Dust
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    6. Protect the disconnected fuel tube from damage and foreign material by covering it with a plastic bag.
    Fig 3: Covering Disconnected Fuel Tube With Plastic Bag
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  5. REMOVE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY FROM FUEL TANK 
    1. Remove the 8 bolts and fuel tank vent tube set plate.
    2. Pull out the fuel pump assembly.
      NOTE:
      • Do not damage the fuel pump filter.
      • Be careful that the arm of the sender gauge should not bent.
    3. Remove the gasket from the pump assembly
    Fig 4: Removing Fuel Pump Assembly From 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.
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