Fuel Tank Unit: Service and Repair

Special tools and equipment
- 3217 Collar wrench

Removing
- Observe safety precautions.
- Switch off ignition.


CAUTION!
Obtain Anti-theft radio code before disconnecting battery ground strap.


- Disconnect battery ground strap.
- Remove driver's seat.
- Lift carpeting above parking brake lever.
- Remove cover plate.







- Disconnect 4-pin connector from flange.


WARNING!
Fuel system is underpressure! Before opening system, place a rag around connection and release pressure by slowly loosening connection.


- Disconnect supply and return lines from flange.







- Remove collar nut using tool 3217.
- Remove flange and seal from opening in fuel tank.
- Release delivery unit by turning left and then out of bayonet connection.
- Remove delivery unit.


WARNING!
If delivery unit contains any fuel, empty it before replacing.


Installing


NOTE:
- Reinstall fuel delivery unit in reverse sequence.
- When installing fuel delivery unit, be sure fuel level sender is not bent.
- Coat flange seal with fuel when installing.
- Fuel lines must be correctly located and properly tightened







- Note installed position of fuel delivery unit flange: marking on flange must align with marking on fuel tank.
- Do not interchange supply and return lines (return line is -blue-).







- When fuel delivery unit is correctly installed, fuel level sender float points in direction of travel A: alpha = 25 to 35°.