Procedures

REMOVAL
1. Drain and remove fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank removal/installation.
2. Thoroughly clean area around tank module at top of tank.
3. Disconnect both fuel lines from tank module fittings.

Fuel Tank Module R/I:

4. The plastic fuel tank module locknut (lockring) is threaded onto fuel tank. Install Special Tool #6856 to locknut and remove locknut. The fuel tank module will spring up slightly after locknut is removed.
5. Remove module from fuel tank. Be careful not to bend float support rod while removing.

Fuel Gauge Sending Unit:

6. Remove and discard rubber gasket (seal) from tank module.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Whenever the fuel tank module is serviced, the rubber gasket must be replaced.

1. Thoroughly clean locknut (lockring) and locknut threads at top of tank.
2. Using new gasket, carefully position fuel tank module into opening in fuel tank.
3. Position locknut over top of fuel tank module. Install locknut finger tight.

Align Tank Module:

4. Both fuel line fittings should be pointed to the right side of the vehicle. Rotate and position alignment arrow towards right side of vehicle (if necessary) before tightening locknut. This step must be performed to prevent the module's float from contacting the side of fuel tank.
5. Tighten locknut using Special Tool #6856. Refer to Torque Specifications.
6. Install fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank removal/installation.