Fuel Transfer Pump: Installation

NOTE: Make sure that the fuel crossover tubes are routed correctly.

Position the fuel transfer pump and connect the internal fuel crossover tube quick connect couplings.

CAUTION: Inspect the surfaces of the fuel transfer pump flange and fuel tank O-ring seal contact surfaces. Do not polish or adjust the O-ring seal contact area of the fuel tank flange or the fuel tank. Install a new fuel transfer pump or fuel tank if the O-ring seal contact area is bent, scratched or corroded.

NOTE: Make sure the alignment arrows on the fuel transfer pump and the fuel tank meet before tightening the fuel transfer pump lock ring.

NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring seal.

Using the special tool, install the fuel transfer pump and lock ring.
- Install a new fuel transfer pump O-ring seal.
- To install, tighten the fuel transfer pump lock ring until the lock tabs are seated against the stops.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool
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Connect the electrical connector on the fuel transfer pump.

Fig 2: Locating Fuel Transfer Pump Electrical Connector
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Install the fuel pump module access cover.

Fig 3: Locating Fuel Pump Access Cover
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Install the rear seat bottom and any insulation padding covering the access covers. For additional information, refer to SEATING .
Tighten the 2 fuel tank support strap bolts.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Turn the ignition key to the ON position to pressurize the fuel system.
Visually inspect the fuel system for leaks.