Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
Fuel Strainer: Service and Repair
Removal Procedure
Tools Required
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J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge
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J 39765 Fuel Sender Lock Nut Wrench
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
3. Drain the fuel tank.
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 (2) 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
is fully seated.
2. Install the fuel sender assembly.
3. Install the fuel tank.
4. Refill the fuel tank.
5. Install the fuel filler cap.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
