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Fuel Pump Pickup Filter: Service and Repair

Fuel Pump Strainer Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Relieve fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure.
3. Remove the fuel tank.
4. Remove the fuel sender assembly.
5. Note the strainer position for future reference.




6. Support the reservoir with one hand.
7. Use a screwdriver to pry the strainer ferrule off the reservoir.
8. Discard the strainer.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Support the reservoir with one hand and grasp the strainer with the other hand twisting the strainer into position.
2. Install the fuel sender assembly.
3. Install the fuel tank.
4. Refill the fuel tank.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

5. Connect the negative battery cable.
6. Inspect for fuel leaks through the following steps:
6.1. Turn On the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds.
6.2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
6.3. Turn On the ignition, with the engine OFF.
6.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.