Notice: Cap the fittings and plug the holes when servicing the fuel system in
order to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the open
pipes and passages.
Important:
- Only use oil free compressed air to blow out the fuel pipes.
- Inspect the fuel tank internally and clean the fuel tank if you
find a plugged fuel filter.
Important: Important when flushing the fuel tank, the fuel and water mixture needs
to be treated as a hazardous material. The material needs to be handled in
accordance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Important: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Draining
.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in general information.
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.
- Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to
Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement
.
- Inspect the fuel pump strainer. Replace a contaminated strainer
and inspect the fuel pump.
- Inspect the fuel pump inlet for dirt and debris. Replace the fuel
pump if you find dirt or debris in the fuel pump inlet.
- Flush the fuel tank with hot water.
- Pour the water out of the fuel sender assembly opening. Rock the
tank to be sure that removal of the water from the tank is complete.
- Reinstall the fuel sender assembly. Refer to
Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement
.
- Reinstall the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Refill the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel filler cap.
- Reconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in engine
electrical.
- Inspect for fuel leaks.
16.1. | Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds. |
16.2. | Turn the ignition switch OFF for 10 seconds. |
16.3. | Turn the ignition switch ON. |
16.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |