Tools Required
• | J 39765 Fuel
Sender Lock Nut Wrench |
Removal Procedure
Caution: Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur
if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel
fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have
a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby.
- Relieve the fuel system
fuel pressure. Refer to the
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
- Drain the fuel tank (1). Refer to
Fuel Tank Draining
.
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.
- Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to
Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement
.
Disassemble Procedure
- Inspect the position of
the fuel strainer (1) for installation.
- Support the reservoir with one hand and grasp the fuel strainer
with the other hand.
- Place the fuel sender assembly upside down on a bench.
- Remove the fuel sender strainer.
- Inspect the fuel sender strainer. If the fuel sender strainer
is contaminated, the fuel tank should be cleaned. Refer to
Fuel System Cleaning
. Discard the fuel level sensor after inspection.
Assemble Procedure
Important: Always install a new fuel level strainer (1) when servicing the fuel
sender.
- Position the new fuel sender strainer on the fuel sender.
- Push the outer edge of the fuel sender strainer until the fuel
sender strainer is fully seated.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Always re-attach the fuel lines and fuel filter with all original type
fasteners and hardware.
Do not repair sections of fuel pipes.
- Install the fuel sender
assembly. Refer to
Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement
.
- Install the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.
- Add fuel and install the fuel tank filler pipe cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Cable Replacement
.
- Inspect for leaks.
5.1. | Turn the ignition switch to the On position for 2 seconds. |
5.2. | Turn the ignition switch to the Off for 10 seconds. |
5.3. | Turn the ignition switch to the On position. |
5.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |