Fuel Pump: Service and Repair

Fuel Pump:

REMOVAL

1. Relieve fuel system pressure. Refer to Service and Repair / Fuel System Pressure Relief. Service and Repair
2. Disconnect negative battery cable.
3. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
4. Remove fuel tank.
5. Remove sender unit and pump by turning the cam lock counterclockwise using tool J 36608 or J 24187.
6. Remove fuel pump from the sending unit.
- Pull the fuel pump up into the attaching hose while pulling outward from the bottom support.
- Do not damage the rubber insulator or the strainer.

Inspection
1. Inspect fuel pump attaching hose for signs of deterioration.
2. Inspect rubber sound insulation at the bottom of the pump.
3. Inspect strainer.

INSTALLATION

1. Insert fuel pump assembly into the attaching hose.

NOTE: Care should be taken not to fold over or twist the strainer when installing the sending unit. This can restrict fuel flow.

2. Install sending unit and fuel pump assembly into the fuel tank with a new O-ring seal.
3. Install cam lock assembly, turning clockwise to lock it.
4. Install fuel tank.
5. Connect negative battery cable.
6. Check system for leaks.