Disassembly & Reassembly (Up To Jan. 2003 Production)
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- Using screwdriver, release snap fit areas on No. 2 fuel suction support and remove No. 2 fuel suction support from bottom of fuel pump. See Figure. Remove rubber cushion from bottom of fuel pump.
- Remove fuel pressure regulator with "O" ring. See Figure.
- Disconnect lead wire at fuel pump. Remove fuel pump with fuel filter from fuel filter assembly. See Figure.
- Using small screwdriver, remove retaining clip that holds fuel filter on bottom of fuel pump. Remove fuel filter from bottom of fuel pump.
- Using screwdriver, release snap fit areas on fuel suction plate subassembly and separate fuel suction plate subassembly from fuel filter assembly. See Figure. If necessary to remove fuel gauge sending unit, unlock fuel gauge sending unit. Slide fuel gauge sending unit downward and remove.
- To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure using NEW retaining clip on fuel filter and NEW "O" ring. Coat "O" ring with gasoline before installing. Ensure fuel gauge sending unit is fully locked in place by pushing fuel gauge sending unit downward.