Fuel Pump: Service and Repair
***Updated by TSB number 93078 dated May 11, 1993WARNING: DO NOT PERFORM THESE PROCEDURES WHILE SMOKING, NEAR ANY OPEN FLAME, ELECTRICAL CONTACTS OR OTHER POTENTIAL SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Fuel Pump Fuse Location:
1. Release fuel pressure:
- Remove fuse for fuel pump.
- Start engine.
- After engine stops, crank engine two or three times to make sure that fuel pressure is released.
- Turn ignition switch off and install fuse for fuel pump.
2. Remove rear seat bottom and back cushion.
Fuel Pump Replacement Procedures:
3. Remove Inspection hole cover.
CAUTION: Use rubber gloves to prevent fuel from contacting the skin when removing the fuel hoses and pump.
4. Disconnect electrical connector and fuel hoses.
5. Remove lock ring. Be careful not to damage it.
6. Remove fuel gauge sending unit and disconnect the fuel hoses and connector.
Fuel Pump Removal:
7. Remove fuel pump from fuel pump bracket by pinching the tabs and lifting the pump out of fuel tank bracket.
8. Installation procedure is the reverse order of removal noting the following:
Fuel Pump Replacement/Alignment Mark:
- Pay attention to the alignment marks for the cover.
- Always replace fuel tank O-ring with a new one.
- Verify the two hoses to the plastic cover plate are installed correctly. The engine won't run if the hoses are reversed.
- After installation, run engine and check for leaks at connections. Also verify the fuel gauge works.