Fuel Pump Pickup Filter: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.

Fuel Sender Assembly:

1. Relieve fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure. Service and Repair
2. Remove the fuel sender assembly.
3. Note strainer (3) position for future reference.




4. Support the reservoir with one hand and grasp the strainer with the other hand.
5. Use a screwdriver to pry the strainer ferrule off the reservoir.
6. Discard the strainer.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the new strainer (4) to the reservoir.
2. Support the reservoir with one hand and grasp the strainer with the other hand twisting the strainer into position.
3. Reinstall the fuel sender assembly.
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
5. Inspect for fuel leaks.
5.1. Turn the ignition ON for 2 seconds.
5.2. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
5.3. Turn the ignition ON.
5.4. Inspect for leaks.