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Fuel Sender Replacement

  1. Remove the fuel tank cap to lower the fuel tank's internal pressure.
  2. Open the trunk door and disconnect the fuel pump connector, remove the fuel feed and return line from the fuel pump assembly.
    Fig 1: Locating Fuel Pump Connector, Fuel Feed & Return Line
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  3. Remove the fuel pump installation screws, then remove the fuel pump assembly from the fuel tank.
  4. Remove the fuel sender from the fuel pump assembly.
  5. Inspect and replace, if necessary.