Removal Procedure
Notice: Do not attempt to disassemble the fuel sender assembly. Damage may occur
to the sender assembly and the component parts. A re-assembled fuel sender
assembly will not perform properly after installation to the vehicle.
- Remove the fuel tank from the vehicle. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.
- Disconnect the electrical connector (5)
from the fuel sender assembly (4).
- Remove the clamp and the fuel vapor hose (3) from the fuel vapor
pipe on the fuel sender assembly (4).
- Disconnect the quick-connect fuel return line (1) from the fuel
sender assembly (4). Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar)
.
- Disconnect the quick-connect fuel feed line (2) from the fuel
sender assembly (4). Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar)
.
- Remove the 6 screws that attach the fuel
sender assembly to the fuel tank.
- Remove the fuel sender assembly from the fuel tank.
Installation Procedure
- Install the fuel sender assembly to the
fuel tank with a new gasket.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the 6 bolts that secure the fuel
sender assembly to the fuel tank.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
- Connect the fuel vapor hose (3) to the
fuel vapor pipe on the fuel sender assembly (4), and secure the hose with
the clamp.
- Connect the quick-connect fuel return line (1) to the fuel return
pipe on the fuel sender assembly (4). Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar)
.
- Connect the quick-connect fuel feed line (2) to the fuel feed
pipe on the fuel sender assembly (4). Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Plastic Collar)
.
- Connect the electrical connector (5) to the fuel sender assembly
(4).
- Install the fuel tank to the vehicle. Refer to
Fuel Tank Replacement
.