Fuel Pump/Sender/Filter Module

Essential special tools
Tool 1397	Universal fuel gauge nut removal tool

IMPORTANT

During this operation, it is essential to:

• do not smoke or bring any hot object near the work area,
• protect yourself from fuel spray caused by residual pressure in the lines,
• protect areas sensitive to fuel flow.

REMOVAL

• Disconnect the battery.
• Lift the rear seat cushion.
• Remove the carpet retaining clip.
• Move the carpet aside.

• Remove:

• the four screws (1) of the cover plate,
• the cover plate,
• the cap (2) of the inspection opening.

• Remove the fixing nut (2) from the fuel pump/gauge unit using tool (Tool 1397).
• Let the fuel in the gauge drain out.
• Remove the fuel pump/gauge unit, taking care not to damage the float.

Note: If several hours must elapse between removing and refitting the fuel pump/gauge unit, refit the nut on the tank to prevent any distortion.

INSTALLATION

• Replace the O-ring seal.
• Refit the fuel pump/gauge unit, aligning the mark (3) on the gauge with the mark (5) on the tank.
• Position the nut (6).
• Tighten the nut (6) until the index mark (4) on the nut lines up with the index mark on the tank and with the index mark on the fuel pump/gauge unit.
• Refit in the reverse order of removal.

WARNING

Connect the battery; carry out the necessary re-learns (see Electrical Equipment chapter).