Fuel Pump: Service and Repair

Fuel Pump

REMOVAL

WARNING: Place NO OPEN FLAMES signs near the working area.

CAUTION:
- Be careful not to spill fuel.
- If the fuel gauge indicates that two thirds or more of the fuel is remaining, be sure to drain fuel before starting work to avoid the fuel to spill.

NOTE: Fuel pump assembly consists of fuel pump, fuel filter and fuel level sensor.

1. Release the fuel pressure.
2. Drain fuel.
3. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.






4. Remove the rear seat cushion.
5. Remove the service hole cover.
1. Remove the screws (A).
2. Push the grommet (B) down and remove the service hole cover.






6. Disconnect the connector from fuel pump.






7. Disconnect the quick connectors of fuel delivery tube (A), fuel return tube (B), and jet pump tube (C).






8. Remove the nuts which hold the fuel pump assembly to the fuel tank.






9. Remove the fuel pump assembly from the fuel tank.

INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal while being careful of the following.
- Make sure the sealing portion is free from fuel or foreign matter before installation.
- Install with the protrusion (A) of gasket aimed at the front side of the vehicle.
- Insert the protrusion (B) of gasket into the upper plate. (3 places)
- Align the protrusion (C) of fuel pump assembly with the cutout on the upper plate.
- Tighten the nuts to the specified torque in the order as shown in the figure.

NOTE: Use a new gasket and retainer.