FUEL TANK PUMP AND GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT <BWC>


1.Remove the rear seat cushion assembly (Refer to GROUP 52A - Rear Seat Assembly ).

2.Remove the floor inspection lid (LH).

3.Disconnect the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly connector.
4.Release the fuel pressure in the fuel line. [Refer to GROUP 13D - On-vehicle Service, Fuel Pump Connector Disconnection (How to Reduce Pressurized Fuel Lines) ].

5.Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver (6mm wide and 1mm thick) into the retainer of the fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe.

6.
caution When pushing up the retainer of the fuel main pipe and the fuel return pipe connector, pay attention to avoid damage to the retainer.
Turn the flat-tipped screwdriver inserted into the retainer by 90 degrees to push up the retainer, and disconnect the fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe from the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly.
7.Remove the mounting nuts of fuel tank pump and gauge.
8.
caution Pay attention not to damage the fuel gauge unit and float of the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly when removing the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly from the fuel tank.
Remove the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly from service hole.
9.Replace the fuel tank pump and gauge gasket with a new one.
10.
caution
  • Pay attention not to damage the fuel gauge unit and the float of the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly when installing it to the fuel tank.
  • When installing the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly to the fuel tank, check that the fuel gauge unit moving area moves smoothly.
Install the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly to the fuel tank through the service hole, and tighten the mounting nuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 2.5 ± 0.4 N·m

11.Before the installation, push up the retainer of the fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe.

12.Connect the connector of fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe to the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly securely and push down the retainer of the connector to lock it firmly.
13.After the installation, slightly pull the fuel main pipe or fuel return pipe to check that it is connected securely. At this time, also check that there is approximately 1 mm play.

14.Connect the fuel tank pump and gauge assembly connector.

15.Install the floor inspection lid (LH).
16.Install the rear seat cushion assembly (Refer to GROUP 52A - Rear Seat Assembly ).