Fuel Pump (FP), removing and installing: Removing
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- Observe safety precautions before performing repair work. Refer to Safety precautions when working on fuel supply system .
CAUTION:
When doing any repair work, especially in the engine compartment, pay attention to the following due to clearance issues:
- Route lines of all types (e.g. for fuel, hydraulic, EVAP canister system, coolant and refrigerant, brake fluid, vacuum) and electrical wiring so that the original path is followed.
- Ensure sufficient clearance to all moving or hot components.
- The fuel or fuel lines in fuel system can become very hot (danger of scalding)!
- In addition, the fuel system is under pressure! Before opening the system, place rags around the connection area and release pressure by carefully loosening the connection!
- Wear protective goggles and protective gloves when working on the fuel system!
NOTE:
- To perform work repairs, the Ground (GND) cable must be disconnected from battery. Check whether a coded radio is installed. If so, obtain anti-theft coding beforehand.
- With ignition switched off disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
- Fold rear seat bench forward.
- Remove cover under bench seat.
CAUTION:
- The fuel or fuel lines in fuel system can become very hot (danger of scalding)!
- In addition, the fuel system is under pressure! Before opening the system, place rags around the connection area and release pressure by carefully loosening the connection!
- Wear protective goggles and protective gloves when working on the fuel system!
- Disconnect 4-pin connector such as supply and return lines from flange.
NOTE:
- To do this, press buttons down on hose couplings.
- Use ring nut wrench 3217 to remove union nut.
- Remove supply hose from fuel pump.
NOTE:
- Press button downward on hose coupling.
- Disconnect 2-pin connector.
- Unclip bracket from return hose out of fuel pump.
- Pull fuel pump and seal out of opening in fuel tank.
NOTE:
- If the fuel pump is to be replaced, then drain old fuel pump before disposal.