Fuel Level Sensor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Outback, 2003 Subaru Legacy, and 2003 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Place "NO FIRE" signs near the working area.
Be careful not to spill fuel on the floor.
During work procedures, if fuel tank is more than 3/4 full, be careful because fuel may spill.

NOTE: Fuel level sensor is built in fuel pump assembly.

Remove fuel pump assembly. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Fuel Pump.>
Disconnect connector from fuel pump bracket.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector From Fuel Pump Bracket
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Pushing the pawls with a screwdriver, remove fuel level sensor by pulling it downwards.

NOTE: If the retainer pawls are broken during removal, the fuel level sensor must be replaced with a new one.

Fig 2: Removing Fuel Level Sensor

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