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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
  2. Note the position of the fuel strainer (2) on the fuel sender.
  3. Support the fuel sender assembly with one hand and grasp the strainer (2) with the other hand.
  4. Pull the strainer off the fuel sender. Discard the strainer after inspection.
  5. Inspect the strainer. Replace a contaminated strainer and clean the fuel tank.
    Fig 1: Fuel Strainer & Fuel Level Sensor Components
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