Leak Detection Pump: Removal

The Leak Detection Pump (LDP) is attached (bolted) to the front of the fuel tank. The LDP fresh air filter is located on the end of a hose. This hose is attached to the fuel fill tube assembly below and near the fuel fill opening. The LDP and LDP filter are typically replaced (serviced) as one unit.

Fig 1: Locating LDP

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1. Raise vehicle.
2. Carefully remove two 3/4" vent hoses at sides of LDP.
3. Carefully remove other vapor/vacuum hoses from LDP.
4. Place a hydraulic jack under fuel tank.
5. Loosen 2 fuel tank strap mounting bolts at front of tank about 10 turns.
6. Lower front of fuel tank about 1/2".
7. Remove 2 LDP mounting nuts and lower LDP slightly to gain access to electrical connector.
   Fig 2: Identifying LDP Electrical Connector

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8. Disconnect electrical connector at LDP. To disconnect: Slide red colored tab upward. Push on black colored tab while removing connector.
9. Remove LDP from vehicle.