Dakota R/T 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Fuel Tank Unit: Service and Repair
Fig 28 Top View Of Fuel Pump Module
Fig 29 Locknut Removal/Installation - Typical
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CONSTANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH ENGINE OFF). BEFORE SERVICING FUEL
PUMP MODULE, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED.
FUEL PUMP MODULE
REMOVAL
1. Drain fuel tank and remove tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Removal/Installation.
2. Thoroughly wash and clean area around pump module to prevent contaminants from entering tank.
3. The fuel pump module locknut is threaded onto fuel tank (Fig. 28). Install Special Tool 6856 to fuel pump module locknut and remove locknut
(Fig. 29).
4. Remove module from fuel tank.
CAUTION: Whenever fuel pump module is serviced, the module gasket must be replaced.
INSTALLATION
1. Using a new gasket, position fuel pump module into opening in fuel tank.
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Be sure rubber gasket remains in place.
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Rotate module assembly until module alignment arrow is at 7 o'clock position (Fig. 28).
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This step must be followed to prevent float/float rod from contacting sides of fuel tank.
2. Position locknut over top of fuel pump module.
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Tighten finger tight.
3. Carefully rotate fuel filter/fuel pressure regulator until pointed towards drivers side of vehicle (Fig. 28).
4. Install Special Tool 6856 to locknut.
5. Tighten locknut to 54 Nm (40 ft lb) torque.
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While tightening locknut, be sure module has not rotated.
6. Install fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Installation.