Removal and Installation
WARNING:
- Do not smoke or carry an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
- Relieve the fuel pressure. For additional information, Refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE - 2.0L ZETEC or FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE - 3.0L DURATEC (4V) .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT .
- Lift the LH rear seat cushion.
NOTE:
- It is necessary to lift the access cover on the floor scuff plate to access one of the pin-type retainers.
- Position the carpet aside.
- Remove the screws and the fuel pump module access cover.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Disconnect the fuel and vapor lines from the fuel tank. For additional information, Refer to VAPOR TUBE FITTINGS .
WARNING:
- The fuel tank may be pressurized. Remove the fuel tank filler cap slowly. If a hissing sound is heard, wait until the condition stops before removing the fuel tank filler cap. If these precautions are not followed, fuel may spray and cause personal injury.
- Remove the gas cap.
- Using the special tool, remove the fuel pump module.NOTE:
- Install a new fuel pump mounting gasket.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Start the engine and visually inspect for leaks.