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Fuel Level Sensor Replacement

  1. Remove the rear seat cushion assembly (Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
  2. Prise out the service hole cover.
  3. Disconnect the harness connector.
    Fig 1: Replacing Fuel Level Sensor
    G00809893Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Pay attention not to damage the sensor unit and the float of the fuel level sensor when withdrawing it from the service hole.
  4. Remove the fuel level sensor mounting bolts and remove the fuel level sensor from service hole.
    NOTE: Check the fuel level sensor (Refer to FUEL LEVEL SENSOR CHECK ). If defective, replace it.
    CAUTION: Pay attention not to damage the sensor unit and the float of the fuel level sensor when inserting it from the service hole.
  5. Install the fuel level sensor. Tighten the mounting nuts to the specified torque.
    1. Tightening torque: 2.5 +/- 0.5 N.m (23 +/- 4 in-lb) 
  6. Connect the harness connector.
  7. Apply the specified sealant to the contact surfaces of the service hole cover and the floor pan, and install the service hole cover.
    1. Specified sealant: 3M TM  8513 Grommets Windshield Sealer (Black) 
  8. Install the rear seat cushion assembly (Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
Fig 2: Applying Specified Sealant To Contact Surfaces Of Service Hole Cover And Floor Pan
G00809894Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.