Module, Fuel Pump: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 RAM 3500 HD and 2014 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Battery

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WARNING:

The fuel system may be under a constant pressure (even with the engine off). Before servicing the fuel pump module, the fuel system pressure must be released.

Perform the fuel system pressure release procedure. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable (1).
Remove the fuel tank. Refer to TANK, FUEL, REMOVAL .

Fig 2: Fuel Pump Module Location
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NOTE:
Prior to removing the fuel pump module, use compressed air to remove any accumulated dirt and debris from around fuel tank opening.

CAUTION:
An indexing arrow is located on top of the main fuel pump module to clock it's position into the fuel tank, note it's location for reassembly.
Position the lock ring remover/installer (special tool #9340, SAE Fuel Pump Lock Ring Wrench) (3) into the notches on the outside edge of the lock ring (5).
Install a 1/2 inch drive breaker bar (1) into the lock ring remover/installer (special tool #9340, SAE Fuel Pump Lock Ring Wrench) (3).
Rotate the breaker bar counterclockwise and remove the lock ring.
CAUTION:
Whenever the fuel pump module is serviced, the rubber O-ring seal must be replaced.
Remove the fuel pump module (4) from the fuel tank. Be careful not to bend float arm during removal.
Remove and discard the rubber O-ring seal.