Fuel Tank Unit: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURECAUTION: Refer to. Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure
3. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure.
4. Remove the fuel tank and sender assembly.
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
1. Note the position of the fuel pump strainer on the fuel pump.
2. Support the pump with one hand, and grasp the strainer with the other hand.
3. Rotate the strainer in one direction, and pull off the pump. Discard the strainer after the inspection.
4. Inspect the fuel pump strainer. If the strainer contains contaminates, replace the strainer and clean the fuel tank.
5. Inspect the fuel pump inlet for dirt and for debris. If you find dirt or debris, replace the pump.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
NOTE: Do not fold or twist the strainer when installing the sending unit. This action restricts fuel flow.
1. Push on the outer edge of the ferrule until the ferrule is fully seated.
2. Support the pump with one hand, and position the new pump strainer on the pump in the same position as noted during disassembly.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install a new seal, a new sending assembly, and a new lock ring. Ensure that the lock ring alignment holes fit over the tabs on the tank.
2. Install the cam lock assembly. Turn the cam lock clockwise in order to lock it.
3. Install the fuel tank.
4. Add the fuel that you removed from the tank.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
6. Inspect for fuel leaks:
6.1. Turn ON the ignition for 2 seconds.
6.2. Turn OFF the ignition for 10 seconds.
6.3. Again, turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
6.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.