Fuel Pump: Installation

Install a NEW "O" ring in the groove in the tank. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly (Vaseline).
Carefully insert the pump in its correct position. Make sure the index marks on the tank and the fuel pump are aligned correctly. See Fig 1 .

NOTE: Inspect the fuel line "O" rings and replace as necessary.

Fig 1: Installing Fuel Pump (9-3)

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Fig 2: Securing Fuel Pump (9-3)

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NOTE: Spray the connectors with Kontakt 61 contact cleaner before connecting them.

NOTE: It is essential to the fuel level sensor function that the pump unit be positioned correctly.

Carefully lower the pump into its correct position, making sure that the alignment marks on the tank and fuel pump are opposite one another. Carefully press the pump downward into position. See Fig 2 .
Lubricate the screw threads on the pump cover and the upper edge of the pump with petroleum jelly (Vaseline) to prevent the pump from turning when the screw ring is tightened.
Attach the screw ring with the Fuel Pump Tool (83 94 462). See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Inspect and lubricate the "O" rings on the fuel line connections with petroleum jelly (Vaseline). Connect the fuel line connections to the pump. See Fig 3 .
Make sure that the yellow hooks have snapped in place over the connections.
Plug in the connector.
Check that the pump functions properly and that it does not leak.
Install the fuel pump cover, replace the rear seat cushions and fold back the carpeting.

Fig 1: Installing New "O" Ring (9-5)

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Fig 2: Installing Fuel Pump (9-5)

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Fig 3: Connecting Fuel Pump (9-5)

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