Fuel Pump Module: Removal
- Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
- Using siphon hose, drain gasoline from fuel tank into an approved fuel container. Raise and support vehicle. Support fuel tank with transmission jack.
- Remove fuel tank strap bolts. Slightly lower fuel tank for access to fuel pump module. Fuel pump module is located on top of fuel tank. See Figure .
- Ensure area around fuel pump module is clean. Disconnect fuel lines at fuel pump module. See FUEL LINE DISCONNECT FITTINGS .
- Push connector lock for electrical connector on fuel pump module toward the fuel lines. See Figure
. Push downward on retainer. See Figure
. Disconnect electrical connector from fuel pump module.CAUTION: When removing fuel pump module from fuel tank, use care, as reservoir on fuel pump module may still contain some gasoline.
- Note location of fuel pump module lock nut. See Figure . Using Lock Nut Wrench (6856), rotate fuel pump module lock nut counterclockwise and remove from fuel tank. Reservoir on fuel pump module may still contain some gasoline. Remove fuel pump module and "O" ring from fuel tank.