Fuel/Instruments - Vehicle Empty/Gauge Shows Fuel

XT310-01

X-TYPE

DATE 01/02
Amended 03/04

MODEL
2002 MY
X-TYPE

VIN
C00001-C39700

Vehicle Out Of Fuel - Range Indicated On Message Center - Modify Transfer Pipe

Remove and destroy Bulletin XT310-01 dated 01/02. Replace with this Bulletin.

Updated information is shown with asterisks.

Issue:

Some 2002 MY X-TYPE vehicles within the above VIN range, may experience a customer complaint of running out of fuel while the message center still indicates range available.

Action

To eliminate this concern, remove the fuel transfer pump module and modify the fuel return transfer pipe. On a customer complaint basis only, follow the workshop procedure outlined below.

WORKSHOP PROCEDURE

1. * Remove the fuel transfer pump assembly (see Workshop Manual, JTIS CD ROM section: 310-01, SRO 19.45.21).*

2. For access, reposition the return transfer pipe away from the fuel tank opening (return transfer pipe has a yellow release latch).





3. Using a 2 mm drill bit, by hand, drill a hole 3 mm to 5 mm from the shoulder (convoluted pipe side) in the return transfer pipe and remove any swarf (Illustration 1).

4. Install a new transfer pump 0-ring seal.

Note:
When installing new transfer pump 0-ring seal, apply a smear of petroleum jelly to locking nut flange mating face.

5. * Install fuel transfer pump assembly (see Workshop Manual, JTIS CD ROM section: 310-01, SRO 19.45.21).*





Parts Information

Warranty Information:





Warranty claims should be submitted quoting the information found in the table. This will result in payment of the stated time and, where applicable parts/miscellaneous expense codes as listed.