Removal Procedure
Tools Required
• | J 39765 Fuel
Sender Lock Nut Wrench |
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing
any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to
the vehicle or its components.
- Disconnect
the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the
Fuel Pressure Relief
.
- Drain the fuel tank. 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
.
- Disconnect the fuel pump
electrical connector (5).
- Remove the fuel level sensor electrical connector retaining clip (6).
- Disconnect the fuel level sensor electrical connector (7)
from under the fuel sender cover.
- Remove the fuel level sensor retaining clip (4).
- Squeeze the locking tangs, and remove the fuel level sensor (3).
Installation Procedure
- Install the fuel level
sensor (3).
- Install the retaining clip (4) to the fuel level sensor.
- Connect the electrical connector (7) to the fuel level
sensor.
- Connect the electrical connector retaining clip (6) to
the fuel level sensor.
- Connect the fuel pump electrical connector (5).
- Install the fuel sender assembly. Refer to
Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement
.
- Install the fuel tank. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.
- Refill the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel filler cap.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.
- Inspect for leaks.
11.1. | Turn the ignition ON for 2 seconds. |
11.2. | Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds. |
11.3. | Turn the ignition ON. |
11.4. | Inspect for fuel leaks. |