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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Sender Assembly
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  3. Note the position of the fuel strainer (2) on the fuel sender.
  4. Support the fuel sender assembly with one hand and grasp the strainer (2) with the other hand.
  5. Pull the strainer off the fuel sender. Discard the strainer after inspection.
  6. Inspect the strainer.
  7. If the fuel pump strainer is contaminated, clean the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel System Cleaning .
  8. Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector (5).
  9. Remove the fuel level sensor (3). Refer to Fuel Level Sensor Replacement (Rear Tank) , Fuel Level Sensor Replacement (Except Utility) .
  10. Remove the fuel pressure sensor (1). Refer to Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Replacement (Cab/Chassis) , Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Replacement (Rear Tank) .