Fuel Pump: Service and Repair

FUEL PUMP REMOVAL:




1. Remove fuel tank from vehicle.
For the proper procedure, refer to Fuel Tank. Fuel Tank

2. Remove seven screws from the fuel pump bracket and remove the fuel pump bracket with fuel pump assembly from the fuel tank.

Removing The Fuel Pump Bracket:

3. Pull the lower side of the pump from the bracket.

Removing The Fuel Pump From The Bracket:

4. Remove the two nuts from the fuel pump wires and remove the fuel hose from the top of the fuel pump.

5. Remove the fuel pump from the bracket.

6. Remove the rubber cushion from the fuel pump and, using small pliers, remove the clip that holds the filter screen to the fuel pump pick-up.

Removing The Pump Filter:

7. Pull the fuel screen from the fuel pump.


FUEL PUMP INSTALLATION:



1. Install the fuel screen into the new fuel pump and secure it with a new clip.
2. Install the rubber cushion on the bottom of the fuel pump.
3. Connect the fuel hose, (still in the bracket), to the outlet port of the fuel pump.
4. Connect the wires to the fuel pump with the nuts, ensuring proper electrical polarity.



5. Push the lower side of the fuel pump into the fuel pump bracket, ensuring that the fuel screen locks into the bracket securely.

6. Install the fuel pump and bracket with new gasket into the fuel tank using the seven screws.
7. Torque the screws evenly to 43 in.lbs. (4.9 Nm).

8. Reinstall the fuel tank in the vehicle.
For the proper procedure, refer to Fuel Tank. Fuel Tank