Fuel Pump: Service and Repair

Fuel Pump

REMOVAL

WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.

CAUTION:
- Be careful not to spill fuel.
- If the fuel gauge indicates that two thirds or more of the fuel is remaining, be sure to drain fuel before starting work to avoid the fuel to spill.

NOTE: Fuel pump assembly consists of fuel pump, fuel filter and fuel level sensor.

1. Release the fuel pressure.
2. Drain fuel.
3. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.






4. Remove the rear seat.
5. Remove the service hole cover.






6. Disconnect the connector from fuel pump.






7. Disconnect the quick connector on the fuel delivery hose and jet pump hose.






8. Remove the nuts which install fuel pump assembly onto fuel tank.
9. Remove the fuel pump assembly from the fuel tank.

INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal while being careful of the following.
- Make sure the sealing portion is free from fuel or foreign matter before installation.
- When assembling, point the protrusion of the gasket (A) towards the front of the vehicle.
- Insert the protrusion (B) of the gasket into the upper plate. (3 places)
- Align the protrusion (C) of the fuel pump assembly to the cut out in the upper plate.
- Tighten the nuts to the specified torque in the order as shown in the figure.

NOTE: Use new gasket and retainer.