Fuel Filter: Service and Repair

NOTE: The fuel filter is part of the fuel pump module. Remove the fuel pump module from the fuel tank to access the fuel filter.

REMOVAL
1. Release fuel pressure, Refer to Fuel System Pressure Release Procedure in the Fuel Delivery.
2. Remove Fuel Tank

WARNING: THE FUEL RESERVOIR OF THE FUEL PUMP MODULE DOES NOT EMPTY OUT WHEN THE TANK IS DRAINED. THE FUEL IN THE RESERVOIR WILL SPILL OUT WHEN THE MODULE IS REMOVED.

3. Disconnect fuel line from fuel pump module by depressing quick connect retainers with thumb and fore finger.
4. Slide fuel pump module electrical connector lock to unlock.
5. Disconnect the electrical connection from the fuel pump module, by pushing down on connector retainer and pulling connector off of module.

Fig. 9 Fuel Tank Locknut:

6. Use Special Tool # 6856 to remove fuel pump module locknut (Fig. 9).
7. Remove fuel pump and O-ring seal from tank. Discard old seal.

INSTALLATION
1. Wipe seal area of tank clean and place a new seal in position in the tank opening.

Fig. 10 Fuel Tank Locator:

2. Position fuel pump in the tank. Make sure the alignment tabs on the underside of the fuel pump module flange sits in the notches on the fuel tank (Fig. 10).
3. Position the locknut over the fuel pump module.
4. Tighten the locknut using Special Tool # 6856 to 55 Nm (40.5 ft. lbs.).

CAUTION: Over tightening the pump lock ring may result in a leak.

5. Connect the electrical connector.
6. Connect the fuel line to the fuel pump.
7. Install the fuel tank.
8. Lower vehicle.
9. Connect the battery cable.
10. Fill fuel tank. Use the DRB III scan tool to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks.