Fuel Pump: Removal

PREVENT GASOLINE FROM SPILLING OUT
DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE REAR FLOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER
1. Remove the rear floor service hole cover.
2. Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
Fig 1: Disconnecting Fuel Pump Connector
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SEPARATE FUEL PUMP TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the tube joint clip, and pull out the fuel pump tube.
  NOTE:
  - Check that there is no dirt around the fuel tube joint before this work and clean the dirt away.
  - It is necessary to prevent mud or dirt from entering the connector. If mud or dirt gets in the connector, the O-rings may not seal properly.
  - Do not use any tools in this work.
  - Do not bend, kink or twist the nylon tube by force.
  - After disconnecting, cover the fuel tube joint with a plastic bag.
  - When the fuel tube joint and fuel suction plate are stuck, pinch the fuel tank tube between fingers, and turn it carefully to release it. Disconnect the fuel tank tube.
Fig 2: Separating Fuel Pump Tube Sub-Assembly
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REMOVE FUEL TANK VENT TUBE SET PLATE
1. Remove the 8 bolts and set plate.
Fig 3: Locating Bolts And Set Plate
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REMOVE FUEL SUCTION TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH PUMP AND GAUGE
1. Pull out the fuel suction tube from the fuel tank.
  NOTE:
  - Do not damage the fuel pump filter.
  - Be careful that the arm of the sender gauge should not bend.
2. Remove the gasket from the fuel suction tube.
Fig 4: Locating Fuel Suction Tube
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