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Fuel Level Sensor Replacement

  1. Remove the rear seat cushion assembly. (Refer to REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ).
  2. Remove the service hole cover.
  3. Disconnect the harness connector, fuel high-pressure hose, suction hose and fuel return hose.
    Fig 1: View Of Fuel Level Sensor
    G00984261Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: When withdrawing the fuel pump module or fuel pipe and gauge assembly from the fuel tank, be careful not damage the sensor unit and the float.
  4. Unscrew the mounting nuts to remove the fuel pump module or fuel pipe and gauge assembly.
    NOTE: Check the fuel level sensor (Refer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ). If defective, replace it. (Refer to FUEL PUMP MODULE DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ).
    Fig 2: View Of Fuel Pump Module And Fuel Pipe And Gauge Assembly
    G00984262Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: When inserting the fuel pump module or fuel pipe and gauge assembly into the fuel tank, be careful not damage the sensor unit and the float.
  5. Install the fuel pump module or fuel pipe and gauge assembly. Tighten the mounting nuts to the specified torque.
    1. Tightening torque: 2.5 +/- 0.5 N.m (23 +/- 4 in-lb) 
    Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Pump Module And Fuel Pipe And Gauge Assembly
    G00984263Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Snap the fuel high-pressure hose one-touch joint into place, then pull back slightly on the hose to assure it is secure. However, the connection should have a play of approximately 3.0 mm (0.12 inch).
  6. Connect the harness connector, fuel high-pressure hose, suction hose and fuel return hose.
  7. Replace the service hole cover.
  8. Install the rear seat cushion assembly. (Refer to REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ).
    Fig 4: View Of Fuel High Pressure Hose Joint
    G00984264Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.