Fuel Pump: Service and Repair

Fuel Pump And Sender Assembly (Typical):

REMOVE/DISCONNECT
- Negative battery cable.
- Raise vehicle.
- Fuel tank. Service and Repair
- 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 bottom support.
- Do not damage rubber insulator or strainer.

INSPECT
- Fuel pump attaching hose for signs of deterioration.
- Rubber sound insulation at bottom of pump for deterioration.

INSTALL/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.