Fuel Pump: Service and Repair

Fuel Pump And Sender Assembly (Typical):

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
- Negative battery cable.
- Raise vehicle.
- Fuel tank.
- Pump and sending unit assembly by turning cam lock counterclockwise using tool J-36608 or J-24187 or equivalent.
^ Pull fuel pump up into attaching hose while pulling outward from the bottom support.
^ Do not damage rubber insulator or strainer.

INSPECT
- Inspect fuel pump attaching hose for signs of deterioration.
- Inspect rubber sound insulation at bottom of pump for deterioration.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
- Pump assembly into attaching hose.

NOTE: Care should be taken not to fold over or twist strainer when installing sending unit as this will restrict fuel flow.

- Sending unit and fuel pump assembly into fuel tank. (Always use a new O-ring seal).
- Cam lock assembly. Turn cam lock clockwise to lock it.
- Fuel tank assembly.
- Negative battery cable.
- START vehicle and check for fuel leaks.
- Lower vehicle.