Repair Procedures: Removal

Release the residual pressure in fuel line.
(Refer to the Fuel Delivery System - "RELEASE RESIDUAL PRESSURE IN FUEL LINE ")
Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the rear seat cushion.
(Refer to Body - "REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ")
Fuel pump service cover (A).

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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.
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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.
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Remove the fuel pump control module connector (A).
Disconnect the fuel pressure sensor connector (B).
Disconnect the fuel tank pressure sensor (C).
Disconnect the fuel feed tube quick-connector (D).

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Remove the fuel pump plate cover (B) by using the special service tool (A) [SST NO.: 09310-B8100].

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Remove the fuel pump (A).

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