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- Posted on Oct 20, 2010
Re: Do I have to drop the fuel tank to replace the fuel...
Yes ,,instructions are below, Use eye protection for this procedure
Remove or Disconnect:
- Relieve Fuel Pressure
- Disconnect negative battery cable
- Raise vehicle on hoist
- Remove Fuel Tank
- Remove Fuel Gage sending and pump assembly by turning cam lock ring counterclockwise.
Lift assembly from fuel tank and remove fuel pump from fuel gage sender unit.
- Disconnect pump wires, hose clamps, and clamp around pump body
- Pull pump assembly out of rubber connectors
- Inspect fuel pump attaching hose for any signs of deterioration. Replace as
necessary.
Install or Connect:
- Push fuel pump assembly into attaching hose
- Connect pump wires, hose clamps at attaching hose and around pump body
- Place Fuel tank sending unit and pump assembly into tank using new O-ring
- Place cam lock over assembly and lock by turning clockwise
- Install Fuel Tank
- Start engine and check fuel pipe connector for visual leaks
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