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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Equinox 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls and Fuel - 3.4L 🢒 Primary Fuel Level Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Important: NEW fuel tank module seals are necessary each time the fuel tank module is serviced. Obtain NEW seals for both the primary and secondary modules prior to beginning this service procedure.


    Object Number: 1226418 Size: SH

    Important: There are 2 fuel level sender unit and float assemblies in the fuel tank. There is 1 located on each fuel pump module. The fuel level sender unit and float is NOT the same for each of the fuel pump modules.

  1. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
  2. Remove the fuel pump module . Refer to Primary Fuel Tank Module Replacement .
  3. Disconnect the fuel level sender unit and float electrical connector from the underside of the top of the pump module.
  4. Release the retaining tabs (1, 2) and remove the level sensor by sliding up.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1226418 Size: SH
  1. Install the fuel level sender unit and float onto the fuel pump module. Make sure that the sender cap snaps into place (1, 2).
  2. Connect the fuel level sender unit and float electrical connector.
  3. Install the fuel pump module into the fuel tank. Refer to Primary Fuel Tank Module Replacement .
  4. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .