Park Avenue V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (2005)
Fuel Gauge Sender: Service and Repair
FUEL SENDER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39765 Fuel Sender Lock Nut Wrench
CAUTION: Refer to Actions to Take When Working with Fuel Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure.
3. Remove the rear compartment floor trim.
4. Remove the fuel sender access panel bolts.
5. Remove the fuel sender access panel.
6. Disconnect the fuel sender quick-connect fittings.
NOTE: In order to prevent damage, cover the fuel pipe fittings with a shop towel before disconnecting the fuel pipes or removal of the fuel sender
retaining ring, in order to catch any fuel that may leak out. Place the towel in an approved container when procedure is completed.
7. Disconnect the fuel sender electrical connector.
8. Disconnect the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor electrical connector.
9. Remove the fuel sender retaining ring using the J 39765.
IMPORTANT: The modular fuel sender assembly will spring-up when the locking ring is removed.
10. Remove the fuel sender assembly.
NOTE: Do Not handle the fuel sender assembly by the fuel pipes. The amount of leverage generated by handling the fuel pipes could damage the
joints.
IMPORTANT: When removing the fuel sender assembly from the fuel tank, the reservoir bucket on the fuel sender is full of fuel. The fuel sender
must be tipped slightly during removal in order to avoid damage to the float. Place any remaining fuel into an approved container once the fuel sender
is removed from the fuel tank.
11. Clean the fuel sender sealing surfaces.
12. Inspect the fuel sender sealing surfaces.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE