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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 44402 Fuel Tank Sending Unit Wrench

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 386369  Size: MH
  1. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
  2. Remove fuel lines from fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Hose/Pipes Assembly Replacement .
  3. Remove the fuel sender assembly retaining ring using the J 44402 .
  4. Remove the fuel sender assembly and the seal. Discard the seal.
  5. Clean the fuel sender sealing surfaces.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 386369  Size: MH
  1. Install the new seal on the fuel tank.
  2. Important: The fuel pump strainer must be in a horizontal position when the fuel sender is installed in the tank. When installing the fuel sender assembly, assure that the fuel pump strainer does not block full travel of the float arm.

  3. Install the fuel sender assembly into the fuel tank.
  4. Install the fuel sender assembly retaining ring using the J 44402 .
  5. Install fuel lines to sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Hose/Pipes Assembly Replacement .
  6. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .