Fuel Pump, Replacement: Preparations

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Luggage Compartment Mat, Fuel Pump And Level Sensor Covers

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

5 door car

Open the front floor hatch and fold back the mat.

4 door car

Fold the right-hand rear seat forward.

Remove:

The cargo compartment mat and right-hand wheel house panel. On certain variants with soft panels, it is enough to fold up the corner of the panel.
Cover over the fuel pump nuts.

NOTE: To make any repairs to the fuel level sensor for 5 door cars, fold the rear seat forward, remove the screws (4) of the front floor hatch and pull the hatch rearwards.