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Installation Procedure

  1. Clean the fuel sender sealing flange.
  2. IMPORTANT: Always replace the fuel sender seal when installing the fuel sender assembly.
  3. Install the NEW fuel sender seal to the fuel tank.
  4. IMPORTANT: Do not fold over or twist the fuel pump strainer when installing the fuel sender assembly, as this will restrict fuel flow. Also, assure that the fuel pump strainer does not block full travel of float arm.
  5. Install the fuel sender and the fuel sender lock ring.
  6. Fig 1: View Of J39765-A
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  7. Use the J39765-A  (1) in order to install the fuel sender lock ring. See Special Tools .
  8. Fig 2: Illustrating Proper Handling Of Fuel Pipes
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  9. Install the fuel pipes to the fuel sender. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar) .
  10. Fig 3: View Of Fuel Sender Electrical Connectors
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  11. Install the fuel sender sensor electrical connectors.
  12. Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Sender Shield
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  13. Install the fuel sender shield.
  14. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  15. Install the fuel sender shield nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

  16. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .