Fuel Pump Replacement

Special Tools Required 

1. Fuel sender wrench 07XAA-001010A

1. Remove the second row seats and carpet. (see Carpet Replacement ).
2. Remove the access panel from the floor. See Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting .
3. Turn the ignition switch OFF, then disconnect the fuel tank unit 5P connector.
4. Remove the fuel fill cap.
5. Relieve the fuel pressure. See Fuel Pressure Relieving .
6. Disconnect the quick-connect fittings from the fuel tank unit.
7. Using the tool, loosen the fuel tank unit locknut (A).
   Fig 1: Loosening Fuel Tank Unit Locknut

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8. Remove the bracket (A), the fuel filter (B), the fuel gauge sending unit (C), the case (D), and the wire harness (E).
   Fig 2: Removing Bracket

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9. When connecting the fuel pump, make sure the connection is secure and the suction filter (F) is firmly connected to the fuel pump (G).
10. Check these items before installing the fuel tank unit:
    • When connecting the wire harness, make sure the connection is secure and the connectors (H) are firmly locked into place.
    • Do not push the lower part of the suction filter.
    • When installing the fuel gauge sending unit, make sure the connection is secure and the connector is firmly locked into place. Be careful not to bend or twist it excessively.
11. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal with a new base gasket (I). When installing the fuel tank unit, align the marks (J) on the unit (K) and the fuel tank (L).
    NOTE: Place the base gasket for the fuel tank unit on the tank first, then carefully insert the fuel tank unit. If the fuel tank unit is incorrectly installed, the MIL can come on with DTC P1456.