Fuel Pump: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURECAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cables.
2. Loosen the filler caps in order to relieve the tank pressure.
3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire and personal injury that may result from a fuel leak, always replace O-ring seals exposed during component services.
5. Clean both of the fuel pipe connections and the surrounding areas at the fuel pump before disconnecting in order to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system.
6. Remove both of the fuel pipes from the fuel pump.
7. Slide the fuel lift pump out of the bracket.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the new fuel pipe O-rings.
2. Position the new pump in the pump bracket.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the fuel feed pipe and the suction pipe to the fuel pump.
Tighten
Use the backup wrench in order to prevent the pump from turning. Tighten fittings to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
4. Connect the harness connector.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Connect the negative battery cables.
7. Tighten the filler caps.
8. Bleed the air from the system.
9. Start the engine.
10. Check for any leaks.