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Fuel Level Sensor Replacement

Fuel Level Sensor Replacement



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Warning

Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby.


Warning

Use care while handling the fuel sender to prevent damage and incorrect fuel level readings.



Preliminary Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

2. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .

3. Release the electrical connector.

4. Drain the fuel system. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .


Note

The illustration in this section shows the fuel sender on the primary fuel pump only. The fuel sender on the secondary fuel pump is similar.


1

Fuel Pump Feed and Return Pipe

Procedure

Release the fuel pump feed and return pipes and move to one side.

2

Fuel Pump Retaining Ring


Procedure

1. Release the fuel pump retaining ring.

2. Lift out the retaining ring to access the fuel pump.


3

Fuel Level Sensor