Fuel Pump Module Replacement < 2.4L Engine (AWD) >
- Remove the rear seat cushion assembly. (Refer to REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY .)
- Remove the floor inspection lid (LH).
- Disconnect the fuel pump module connector.
- Release the fuel pressure in the fuel line. (Refer to HOW TO REDUCE PRESSURIZED FUEL LINES < 2.4L ENGINE >.)
- Insert a flat-tip screwdriver [6mm (0.24 inch) wide and 1mm (0.04 inch) thick] into the retainer of the fuel main pipe connector.
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
CAUTION: When pushing up the retainer of the fuel main pipe connector, pay attention to avoid damage to the retainer. - Turn the flat-tipped screwdriver inserted into the retainer by 90 degree angle to push up the retainer and unlock the fuel main pipe.
- Disconnect the fuel main pipe from the fuel pump module.
- Remove the fuel pump module mounting nuts.CAUTION: Pay attention not to damage the fuel level sensor and float of the fuel pump module when removing it from the fuel tank through the service hole.
- While removing the fuel pump module from service hole, disconnect the fuel tank suction hose, and remove the fuel pump module from service hole completely.
- Replace the fuel pump module gasket with a new one.
CAUTION:
- Pay attention not to damage the fuel level sensor and the float of the fuel pump module when installing it to the fuel tank through the service hole.
- When installing the fuel pump module to the fuel tank, check that the float of the fuel pump module moving area moves smoothly.
- While inserting the fuel pump module from the service hole to fuel tank, connect the fuel tank suction hose and install the fuel pump module in the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel pump module to the fuel tank through the service hole, and tighten the fuel pump module mounting nuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 2.5 ± 0.4 N.m (22 ± 4 in-lb)
- Before the installation, push up the retainer of the fuel main pipe connector.
- Connect the connector of fuel main pipe to the fuel pump module securely.CAUTION:
- When pushing in the retainer of the fuel high-pressure hose connector, pay attention to avoid damage to the retainer.
- After the installation of the fuel high-pressure hose, slightly pull the fuel high-pressure hose to check that it is connected securely. At this time, also check that there is approximately 1 mm (0.04 inch) play.
- Push in the retainer of the fuel main pipe connector to lock the fuel main pipe and fuel pump module.
- Connect the fuel pump module connector.
- Check the fuel leak of fuel tank.
- Install the floor inspection lid (LH).
- Install the rear seat cushion assembly. (Refer to REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY .)