Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Balance Pump Electrical Connector

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Loosen the fuel fill cap to relieve the fuel system pressure.
Disconnect the balance pump electrical connector.
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Fig 2: Fuel Pipes At Pump

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Clean the fuel line connections and surrounding areas at the pump before disconnecting to avoid possible fuel system contamination.
Disconnect the fuel lines from the pump.

Fig 3: View Of Fuel Pump & Bracket

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Slide the pump out of the bracket.
Cap the fuel lines.