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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge
    • J 39765 Fuel Sender Lock Nut Wrench

    Object Number: 371000  Size: SH

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .
  3. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
  4. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
  5. Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
  6. Note the position of the fuel strainer (2) on the fuel sender.
  7. Support the fuel sender assembly with one hand and grasp the strainer (2) with the other hand.
  8. Pull the strainer off the fuel sender. Discard the strainer after inspection.
  9. Inspect the strainer. Replace a contaminated strainer and clean the fuel tank.
  10. Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector (5).
  11. Remove the electrical connector retaining clip (6) from the fuel level sensor.
  12. Disconnect the sensor electrical connector (7) from under the fuel sender cover.
  13. Remove the fuel level sensor retaining clip (4).
  14. Squeeze the locking tangs and remove the fuel level sensor (3).
  15. Remove the fuel pressure sensor (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 371000  Size: SH
  1. Install the fuel pressure sensor (1).
  2. Install the fuel level sensor  (3).
  3. Install the sensor retaining clip (4).
  4. Connect the electrical connector (7) to the fuel level sensor.
  5. Connect the electrical connector retaining clip (6) to the fuel level sensor.
  6. Connect the fuel pump electrical connector (5).
  7. Important: Always install a new fuel strainer when replacing the fuel tank fuel pump module.

  8. Install a new fuel strainer (2) in the same position as noted during disassembly. Push the strainer on the bottom of the fuel sender until the strainer is fully seated.
  9. Install the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
  10. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
  11. Refill the fuel tank.
  12. Install the fuel filler cap.
  13. Connect the negative battery cable.
  14. Inspect for leaks.
  15. 13.1. Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds.
    13.2. Turn the ignition switch OFF for 10 seconds.
    13.3. Turn the ignition switch ON.
    13.4. Inspect for fuel leaks.