Sprinter 3500 V6-3.0L DSL Turbo (2007)
Fuel Tank Unit: Service and Repair
Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the float rod, the float and float rod must be removed from the pump module. This step must be done before
the pump module is removed from the fuel tank.
1. Drain and remove fuel tank.
2. Thoroughly clean area around pump module at top of tank.
3. Disconnect all fuel lines from pump module fittings.
4. The plastic fuel pump module locknut (lockring) is threaded onto fuel tank. Install Special Tool #6856 to locknut and remove locknut. The fuel
pump module will spring up slightly after locknut is removed.
5. Pull module assembly up just a few inches to gain access to float support arm/rod (3). Be careful not to bend float support rod while removing
pump module.
6. Rotate clip (2) to release float rod (3) from fuel level sensor (1).
7. Twist rod (3) slightly to remove from fuel level sensor. Do not allow float assembly to fall into fuel tank.
