Repair Procedures: Removal

Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
Remove the rear seat.
(Refer to Body - "REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the fuel pump service cover (A).

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Pump Service Cover
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NOTE:
- When reinstalling a protective cover for a fuel pump, remove the existing butyl tape and apply a new one.
- Before assembling the protective cover, ensure that the temperature of the butyl is about 30°C using a hair dryer or a heat gun.
Fig 2: Protecting Fuel Pump Cover With Butyl Tape
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NOTE:
- When installing the protective cover for the fuel pump, pay attention to the installation direction of the grommet and the protective cover.
  - The arrow (A) should be in the forward direction of the car.
  - Align the bulging part of the vehicle body (B) with the hole of the protective cover.
  - Align the bulging part of the grommet (C) with the bulging part of the protective cover.
Fig 3: Aligning Bulging Part Of Vehicle Body With Protective Cover Hole
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Disconnect the fuel tank pressure sensor connector (A).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Connector
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Remove the fuel tank pressure sensor (B) after releasing the hooks vertically.

Fig 5: Removing Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor
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