Fuel Pump: Service and Repair

ELECTRIC PUMP






REMOVAL

1. Before servicing the fuel pump the fuel system pressure must be relieved. Fuel Pressure Release
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Raise the car on a hoist.
4. Remove the fuel tank.
5. Remove the fuel tank sending unit and pump assembly by turning the cam lock ring counterclockwise. Lift fuel sending unit and pump assembly from the fuel tank and remove fuel pump from fuel sending unit.
6. Pull the fuel pump up into the attaching hose while pulling outward away from the bottom support. Take care to prevent damage to the rubber insulator and strainer during removal. After the pump assembly is clear of the bottom support, pull the pump assembly out of the rubber connector for removal.

NOTE: Inspect the fuel pump attaching hose for any signs of deterioration. Also check the rubber sound insulator at the bottom of the pump. Replace damaged or deteriorated parts.






INSTALLATION

1. Inspect fuel pump attaching hose for any signs of deterioration. Replace if necessary. Also check rubber sound insulator at bottom of pump; replace if required.
2. Push the fuel pump assembly into attaching hose.
3. Install fuel sending unit and pump assembly into tank.
4. Install cam lock over the assembly and lock by turning clockwise.
5. Reverse fuel tank removal to finish installing.