Century V6-3100 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
Fuel Tank Unit: Service and Repair
Removal Procedure
Caution: Take the following actions when working with fuel in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury:
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Provide forced air ventilation when working with fuel in enclosed areas where the fuel vapors can collect.
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Plug or cap any fuel system openings in order to limit fuel vapor formation.
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Clean up any spilled fuel immediately.
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Avoid sparks and any source of ignition.
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Install hazard warning signs in the work area.
Notice: Clean all of the following areas before performing any disconnections in order to avoid possible contamination in the system:
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The fuel pipe connections
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The hose connections
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The areas surrounding the connections
Important: For rear compartment (trunk) accessible fuel sender assemblies, completely remove the rear compartment carpet before removing the fuel
sender access panel.
Important: Always replace the fuel sender O-rings when reinstalling the fuel sender assembly.
Important: The modular fuel sender assembly will spring-up when the snap ring is removed.
Important: Always maintain cleanliness when servicing fuel system components.
1. Relieve the fuel system fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Release Procedure.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the spare tire cover, the jack, and the spare tire.
4. Remove the trunk liner. Refer to Body Rear End.
5. Remove the (7) nuts retaining the fuel sender access panel.
6. Remove the fuel sender access panel.
7. Remove the fuel tank pressure sensor electrical connector.
8. Remove the fuel sender electrical connector.
9. Clean the fuel pipes, and fuel sender assembly to prevent possible fuel contamination during removal.
10. Remove the quick-connect fittings at the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Quick Connect Fitting(s) Service (Metal Collar).
