Removal Procedure
WARNING:
Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning .
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles when working with fuel in order to protect the eyes from fuel splash.
- Open the hood.
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
- Remove the fuel feed pipe (1) from the fuel tank fuel pump module (4) and from the fuel filter housing (3).
- Close all connections with EN-6015 plugs.
- Remove the fuel return pipe (2) from the fuel tank fuel pump module (4) and from the fuel filter housing (3).
- Close all connections with EN-6015 plugs.
- Install the EN-48279 remover/installer (1) to the fuel pump module lock ring (2).
- Using the EN-48279 remover/installer and a long breaker-bar, rotate the lock ring in a counterclockwise direction in order to unlock the lock ring.
- Remove the fuel pump module lock ring (1).
- Remove the fuel pump module (2)NOTE:
Lift the fuel pump module up slightly.
- Remove and discard the fuel pump module seal (3).
- Remove the fuel level sensor. Refer to Fuel Level Sensor Replacement .
NOTE:
Do NOT use impact tools. Significant force will be required to release the lock ring. The use of a hammer and screwdriver is not recommended. Secure the fuel tank in order to prevent fuel tank rotation.