Fuel Tank Unit: Service and Repair

Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement

Tool Required
- J44402 Fuel Tank Sending Unit Wrench.

Removal Procedure






1. Remove the fuel tank.
2. Disconnect the fuel lines from the sending unit, if necessary.
3. Using J 44402 , remove the sending unit lock ring.






4. Remove the lock ring, sending unit, and rubber seal. Discard the seal.
5. Clean the sending unit sealing surfaces.

Installation Procedure






Important: The fuel pump strainer must be in a horizontal position when the sending unit is installed in the tank. When installing the sending unit, assure that the fuel pump strainer does not block full travel of the float arm.

1. Install the sending unit and a NEW rubber seal. Align the alignment tab to the correct location on the fuel tank.






2. Using J 44402 , install the sending unit lock ring.
3. Connect the fuel lines to the sending unit, if necessary.
4. Install the fuel tank.