GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Chevrolet
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2000
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Monte Carlo
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Engine
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Engine Controls - 3.8L
🢒 Fuel Pump Strainer Replacement
Removal Procedure
Important:
Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.
Relieve fuel system pressure. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to
Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement
.
Note strainer (3) position for future reference.
Support the reservoir with one hand and grasp the strainer with the other hand.
Use a screwdriver to pry the strainer ferrule off the reservoir.
Discard the strainer.
Installation Procedure
Install the new strainer (4) to the reservoir.
Support the reservoir with one hand and grasp the strainer with the other hand twisting the strainer into position.
Install the fuel sender assembly. Refer to
Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement
.
Tighten the fuel fill cap.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.
Inspect for fuel leaks:
6.1.
Turn ON the ignition, for 2 seconds.
6.2.
Turn OFF the ignition, for 10 seconds.
6.3.
Turn ON the ignition.
6.4.
Inspect for fuel leaks.
Install the fuel injection sight shield. Refer to
Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement
in Engine Mechanical.