Express 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
Fuel Pump Pickup Filter: Service and Repair
FUEL STRAINER REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
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J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gage
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J 39765 Fuel Sender Lock Nut Wrench
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
2. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.
3. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure.
4. Remove the fuel tank.
5. Remove the fuel sender assembly.
6. Note the position of the fuel strainer (2) on the fuel sender.
7. Support the fuel sender assembly with one hand and grasp the strainer with the other hand.
8. Pull the strainer off the fuel sender. Discard the strainer after inspection.
9. Inspect the strainer. Replace a contaminated strainer and clean the fuel tank.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install a new fuel strainer (2) in the same position as noted during disassembly. Push the strainer on the bottom of the fuel sender until the strainer
