Fuel Pump: Service and Repair
FUEL PUMP MODULE REPLACEMENT1. Remove the rear seat assembly and turn up the floor carpet.
2. Remove the floor inspection lid (LH).
3. Disconnect the fuel pump module connector and fuel tank differential pressure sensor connector.
4. Release the fuel pressure in the fuel line. [Refer to MFI On-vehicle Service - Fuel Pump Connector Disconnection (How to Reduce Pressurized Fuel Lines)].
5. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver [6 mm (0.24 inch) wide and 1 mm (0.04 inch) thick] into the retainer of the fuel main pipe.
6. Turn the flat-tip screwdriver about 90 degrees to push up the retainer, and disconnect the fuel main pipe from the fuel pump module.
7. Remove the mounting nuts of fuel tank pump module.
CAUTION: Pay attention not to damage the fuel level sensor and float of the fuel pump module when removing the fuel pump module from the fuel tank.
8. Remove the fuel pump module from service hole.
9. Replace the fuel pump module gasket with a new one.
CAUTION:
- Pay attention not to damage the fuel level sensor and the float of the fuel pump module when installing it to the fuel tank.
- When installing the fuel pump module to the fuel tank, check that the fuel level sensor moving area moves smoothly.
10. Install the fuel pump module to the fuel tank through the service hole, and tighten the mounting nuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 2.5 ± 0.4 N.m (22 ± 4 in-lb)
11. Before the installation, push up the retainer of the fuel main pipe.
12. Connect the connector of fuel main pipe to the fuel pump module securely and push down the retainer of the connector to lock it firmly.
13. After the installation, slightly pull the fuel main pipe to check that it is connected securely. At this time, also check that there is approximately 1 mm (0.04 inch) play.
14. Connect the fuel pump module connector and fuel tank differential pressure sensor connector.
15. Install the floor inspection lid (LH).
16. Return the floor carpet to the original condition and install the rear seat assembly.