Fuel Pump: Installation

Ensure height sensor is pressed onto inside face of fuel baffle. Rotate screen and float into fuel tank. Ensure marker rib on fuel pump unit aligns with mark on fuel tank. See Fig 3 and Fig 4 . Install new sealing ring. Tighten screw cap. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors (6-Cylinder)

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Fig 2: Removing Screw Cap & Sealing Ring (6-Cylinder)

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Fig 3: Identifying Marker Rib (Right Unit) (6-Cylinder)

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Fig 4: Identifying Marker Rib (Left Unit) (6-Cylinder)

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1. To prevent torsional stress, align connector hose and cable between lid and fuel pump. See Fig 4. Install unit in fuel tank, ensuring both retaining hooks are aligned.
2. Ensure "O" ring is correctly aligned on intake neck. Install lid and tighten 8 screws in a crosswise pattern. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.

Fig 1: Removing Rubber Grommet (V8)

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Fig 2: Disconnecting Fuel Line (V8)

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Fig 3: Removing Fuel Pump & Sender (V8)

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Fig 4: Aligning Connector Hose & Cable Between Lid & Fuel Pump (V8)

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