Section 04 FUEL SYSTEM
Subsection 02 (FUEL TANK AND FUEL PUMP)
5. Test the fuel tank for leaks. Refer to
TESTING
FUEL TANK FOR LEAKS
.
FUEL FILTER
Inspecting the Fuel Filter
Inspect fuel filter. If dirty, partially clogged or dam-
aged, replace it.
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1. Fuel filte
r
Removing the Fuel Filter
NOTE: The
lower fuel filter on the fuel pump mod-
ule does n
ot require replacement under normal
operatin
g conditions. Replace only if permanently
clogged o
r damaged.
1. Remove fuel pump. Refer to
FUEL PUMP
in
this subsection.
WARNING
The uppe
r filter and fuel pump reservoir on
the fuel
pump module contain fuel which will
drain ou
t when fuel pump module is not in an
upright
position.
2. Turn fuel pump upside down.
3. Using a small flat screwdriver, pry up the filter
locking tabs.
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1. Fuel filter locking tab (x2)
2. Filter locking pin (x2)
4. Pull filter off fuel pump reservoir housing.
Installing the Fuel Filter
1. Align new filter with pump reservoir housing.
2. Press new filter on by hand. Ensure it is fully
seated and locked onto the pump reservoir
housing.
3. Reinstall fuel pump as per procedure in this s ub-
section.
4. Test the fuel tank for leaks. Refer to
TESTING
FUEL TANK FOR LEAKS
.
5. Install all other removed parts, refer to applica-
ble s ubsection.
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
Fuel Level System Overview
A float type fuel level sensor mounted on the fuel
pump module sends a signal to the information
center.
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TYPICAL — FUEL PUMP MODULE
1. Fuel level sensor
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