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Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge

CAUTION: Fuel Vapors can collect while servicing fuel system parts in enclosed areas such as a trunk. To reduce the risk of fire and increased exposure to vapors:
^ Use forced air ventilation such as a fan set outside of the trunk.
^ Plug or cap any fuel system openings in order to reduce fuel vapor formation.
^ Clean up any spilled fuel immediately.
^ Avoid sparks and any source of ignition.
^ Use signs to alert others in the work area that fuel system work is in process.


NOTE: Clean all of the following areas before performing any disconnections in order to avoid possible contamination in the system:
^ The fuel pipe connections
^ The hose connections
^ The areas surrounding the connections




1. Relieve the fuel system fuel pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure. Service and Repair
2. Remove the spare tire cover, the jack, and the spare tire.
3. Remove the rear compartment trim panel (1).




4. Remove the bolts from the fuel sender access panel.




5. Disconnect the fuel tank pressure sensor (1) electrical sensor connector.
6. Remove the fuel tank pressure sensor clip.
7. Remove the fuel tank pressure sensor (1) from the fuel sender.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the new fuel tank pressure sensor (1) on to the fuel sender.
2. Connect the fuel tank pressure sensor (1) electrical sensor connector to the fuel tank pressure sensor.
3. Install the fuel tank pressure sensor clip.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions




4. Install the fuel sender access panel bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).




5. Install the rear compartment floor trim (1).
6. Reinstall the spare tire cover, the jack, and the spare tire.
7. Tighten the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
8. Connect the negative battery cable. .
9. Reinstall the rear seat cushion.




10. Install the fuel injector sight shield (1) to the engine.
11. Install fuel injector sight shield nuts (2).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

12. Install the rear seat cushion.