Fuel Pump: Removal

DISCHARGE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
HINT:

See PRECAUTION .
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE REAR FLOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER
1. Remove the rear floor service hole cover.
2. Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Fuel Pump Connector
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SEPARATE FUEL PUMP TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the tube joint clip, and pull out the fuel pump tube.
  NOTE:
  - Check that there is no dirt or other foreign objects around the connector before disconnecting it. Clean the connector if necessary.
  - It is necessary to prevent mud or dirt from entering the quick connector. If mud or dirt gets in the connector, the O-rings may not seal properly.
  - Only disconnect the quick connector by hand.
  - Do not bend, kink or twist the nylon tubes. Protect the connector by covering it with a plastic bag.
  - If the pipe and connector are stuck, carefully try wiggling or pushing and pulling on the connector to release it. Pull the connector off carefully.
    
    Fig 2: Identifying Tube Joint Clip And Fuel Pump Tube
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REMOVE FUEL TANK VENT TUBE SET PLATE
1. Remove the 8 bolts and set plate.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Bolts And Set Plate
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REMOVE FUEL SUCTION TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH PUMP AND GAUGE
1. Pull out the fuel suction tube from the fuel tank.
  NOTE:
  - Do not damage the fuel pump filter.
  - Be careful that the arm of the sender gauge does not bend.
2. Remove the gasket from the fuel suction tube.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Suction Tube
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