Fuel Pump Module: Removal

Release fuel pressure, refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE - FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE .
Disconnect negative battery cable.
Remove fuel tank, (Refer to FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL TANK - REMOVAL)
Vacuum area before removing fuel pump module lock ring.
Disconnect vapor line and electrical connector.
Remove Fuel Pump Module lock ring.
NOTE: Use a brass punch to remove the 1/4 turn lock ring. Make contact only at the points shown. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Locking Ring Contact Points
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Remove fuel pump module top.
Drain Fuel Tank using an approved gasoline draining station.
Disconnect electrical connector. See Fig 2.

Fig 2: Electrical Connector
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The wire connector to the passenger side level sensor needs to be disconnected before removing the reservoir from the tank.
Tab location in fuel pump module for return line and fuel supply line. See Fig 3.

Fig 3: Return Hose And Fuel Line Locking Tabs
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Remove return line from pump module. Use a small screwdriver to pry tab back. See Fig 4 and tip hose to one side. Pry tab on other side back to release hose.

Fig 4: Return Hose Removal
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CAUTION: Care should be taken to not crack/break the locking tabs or supply line fitting.

Remove fuel line from top of the pump module. Use a small screwdriver to pry tab back and tip hose to one side. Pry the tab on other side back to release hose.
Tip fuel pump module on its side to remove fuel from reservoir.
Remove fuel pump module.