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Installation Procedure

CAUTION: Drain the fuel from the fuel sender assembly into an approved container in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. Never store the fuel in an open container.
NOTE:
  • Some lock rings were manufactured with "DO NOT REUSE" stamped into them. These lock rings may be reused if they are not damaged or warped.
  • Inspect the lock ring for damage due to improper removal or installation procedures. If damage is found, install a NEW fuel pump module.
  • Inspect the lock ring for flatness as best as possible. If the lock ring is warped, replace the fuel pump module.
    Fig 1: View Of Fuel Pump Module Components
    GM1796302Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Clean any contamination from the male pipe ends of the fuel pump module.
  2. Place a NEW fuel tank module seal onto the fuel tank.
  3. Insert the fuel pump module into the fuel tank allowing the sensor arm and float to clear the module opening.
  4. Lower the module down into the fuel tank until the fuel tank vent pipe quick connect fitting can be connected.
  5. Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Pump Module
    GM1796294Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the fuel tank vent pipe quick connect fitting (1) at the module cover. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  7. Press the fuel tank module downward.
  8. Fig 3: View Of Fuel Tank
    GM1796288Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the J 45722  to the fuel pump module lock ring. See Special Tools .
  10. Fig 4: Identifying Lock Ring
    GM1642096Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Ensure that the lock ring is installed with the correct side facing upward. A correctly installed lock ring will only turn in a clockwise direction.
  11. Install the J 45722:  wrench and a long breaker-bar, and rotate the lock ring in a clockwise direction in order to tighten the lock ring.
  12. Remove the J 45722:  wrench from the fuel pump module lock ring.
  13. Fig 5: Identifying Fuel Tank Vent Pipe Quick Connect Fittings
    GM1795288Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Connect the fuel tank vent and fuel feed pipes (3, 4) to the module. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  15. Fig 6: Identifying Fuel Pump Module Wiring Harness Connectors
    GM1796271Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Connect the fuel tank fuel pump module wiring harness electrical connectors (1, 2) to the fuel pressure sensor and the module.
  17. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .