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Fuel Gauge Sender: Service and Repair

FUEL SENDER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED

J 45722 Fuel Sender Lock Ring Wrench

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION:  In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury that may result from a fuel leak, always replace the fuel sender gasket
when reinstalling the fuel sender assembly.

1. Remove the fuel tank.
2. Disconnect the fuel pressure sensor and sender electrical connections.
3. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) vapor line quick connect fittings (1, 2).

4. Use the J 45722 and a long breaker-bar in order to unlock the fuel sender lock ring.

NOTE:
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Avoid damaging the lock ring. Use only J-45722 to prevent damage to the lock ring.

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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.

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