Fuel System Cleaning
Tools Required
- J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gage. See Special Tools .
- J 37088-A Fuel Line Disconnect Tool Set. See Special Tools .
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
- Drain the fuel tanks. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
- Remove the fuel tanks.
- Remove the fuel tank modules. Refer to Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Left and Fuel Tank Module Replacement - Right .
- Inspect the left fuel. Replace a contaminated strainer for the left fuel sender only, and inspect the fuel pump.
- Inspect the left fuel sender fuel pump inlet for debris. Replace the left fuel sender assembly if you find debris in the fuel pump inlet.
- Inspect the right fuel sender strainers. Replace the right fuel sender assembly if you find a contaminated strainer. The right fuel sender strainers are not serviced separately.
- Flush the fuel tanks with hot water.
- Pour the water out of the fuel sender assembly openings. Rock the tanks to be sure that removal of the water from the tanks is complete.
- Install the fuel sender assemblies.
- Install the fuel tanks.
- Refill the fuel system.
- Install the fuel filler cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Perform the following procedure in order to inspect for leaks:
- Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF for 10 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch ON.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
- Program the transmitters. Refer to Transmitter Programming (Domestic) or Transmitter Programming (Export - Including Canada) in Keyless Entry.
CAUTION:
Refer to the Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
When flushing the fuel tanks, handle the fuel and water mixture as a hazardous material. Handle the fuel and water mixture in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.