2013 Toyota Prius ThreeFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Pump: Disassembly: Disassembly

  1. REMOVE FUEL SENDER GAUGE ASSEMBLY  See step  2
  2. REMOVE FUEL PUMP 
    1. Disconnect the connector of the fuel pump harness.
      Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector Of Fuel Pump Harness
      GTY371153Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Disconnect the fuel pump filter hose.
      Fig 2: Fuel Pump Filter Hose
      GTY374009Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the 2 claws, and remove the fuel filter and fuel pump from the fuel sub-tank.
      Fig 3: Identifying Claws
      GTY382247Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Fuel Tube
      *2 Fuel Sub-tank
      NOTE:

      Do not do anything which may separate the fuel tube from either the fuel suction plate or fuel filter assembly, such as applying excessive force to the tube. Refer to PRECAUTION .

    4. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the 2 claws and remove the No. 1 fuel suction support.
      Fig 4: Identifying No. 1 Fuel Suction Support Claws
      GTY365379Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the 5 claws, and remove the fuel pump from the fuel filter.
      Fig 5: Identifying Fuel Filter Claws
      GTY382649Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Fuel Filter
      *2 Suction Filter
      NOTE:
      • Do not damage the fuel filter.
      • Do not remove the suction filter.
      • Do not use either the fuel pump or the suction filter if the suction filter is removed from the fuel pump.
    6. Disconnect the fuel pump harness connector.
      Fig 6: Identifying Fuel Pump Connector
      GTY383102Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    7. Remove the O-ring and spacer from the fuel pump.
      Fig 7: Removing O-Ring And Spacer
      GTY372457Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 O-ring
      *2 Spacer
      *a 5.0 mm (0.197 in.)
      NOTE:

      Be careful not to damage the sealing surface.

      HINT: 

      If the O-ring still remains in the fuel filter, remove it using a wire tip (1 mm diameter) that is formed as shown in the illustration.

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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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