Except B2300, B3000, B4000 & Tribute 3.0L
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Remove fuel filler cap, to release fuel tank pressure. Disconnect fuel pump relay 6-pin harness connector, on Miata. On all other models, remove fuel pump relay. See FUEL PUMP RELAY LOCATIONS table. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . Start engine (if possible) and allow to die. Crank engine several times. Turn ignition off. Reconnect fuel pump relay 6-pin harness connector, on Miata. On all other models, reinstall fuel pump relay.
FUEL PUMP RELAY LOCATIONS
| Application | Location |
|---|---|
| B2300, B3000 & B4000 | Battery Junction Box At Left/Rear Of Engine Compartment. |
| Mazda6 | Behind Left Kick Panel In Fuse/Relay Box. |
| Miata | Under Left Side Of Dash, Above Left Kick Panel. |
| MPV, Protege, Protege5 & Tribute | Fuse/Relay Box On Left Side Of Engine Compartment. |