Fuel Pump Module: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure sealing area on fuel tank is clean. Using NEW rubber gasket, install fuel pump module on fuel tank. DO NOT reuse rubber gasket. Ensure rubber gasket remains in place.NOTE: Fuel pump module must be properly positioned in fuel tank to prevent float from contacting fuel tank.
- On 2-door models, rotate fuel pump module so alignment arrow on fuel pump module is at 7 o'clock position and aligns with reference marks on fuel tank with front of fuel tank to the right. See Fig 2. On 4-door models, rotate fuel pump module so alignment arrow on fuel pump module is at 4 o'clock position and aligns with reference marks on fuel tank with front of fuel tank to the right. See Fig 3. On all models, install and hand tighten fuel pump module lock nut.
- Note location of fuel filter/pressure regulator outlet on fuel pump module. See Figure. Ensure fuel filter/pressure regulator outlet is positioned on fuel pump module so fuel line fitting on side fuel filter/fuel pressure regulator points toward driver's side of vehicle. See Fig 2 or Fig 3 .
- Hold fuel pump module in place while tightening fuel pump module lock nut using fuel pump module lock nut spanner wrench to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Reinstall fuel tank.