Fuel Pump: Removal
- Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Remove fuel tank filler cap to release any fuel pressure from fuel tank.
- Remove carpet, spare tire cover, spare tire and cover plate on trunk floor panel for access fuel pump. Disconnect electrical connector from fuel pump.
- Remove union bolt and disconnect fuel outlet line from fuel pump mounting bracket. Disconnect fuel return hose and fuel breather hose from fuel pump mounting bracket.
- Remove retainer clamp, located on outside of fuel pump retainer. See Fig 1. Using Fuel Pump Retainer Remover/Installer (SST 09808-14010), loosen fuel pump retainer. Remove fuel pump retainer.
- On non-turbo models, lift fuel pump mounting bracket upward. Disconnect fuel return hose from bottom of fuel pump mounting bracket.
- On all models, remove fuel pump assembly and gasket from fuel tank. Use care not to damage fuel filter on bottom of fuel pump and fuel gauge sending unit when removing fuel pump.
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