Fuel Level Sensor Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor Components

Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher nearby. WARNING: Use care while handling the fuel sender to prevent damage and incorrect fuel level readings. Preliminary Procedure Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION AND CONNECTION . Remove the fuel tank. Refer to FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT . Release the electrical connector. Drain the fuel system. Refer to FUEL TANK DRAINING . NOTE: The illustration in this section shows the fuel sender on the primary fuel pump only. The fuel sender on the secondary fuel pump is similar.
1	Fuel Pump Feed and Return Pipe Procedure Release the fuel pump feed and return pipes and move to one side.
2	Fuel Pump Retaining Ring Procedure Release the fuel pump retaining ring. Lift out the retaining ring to access the fuel pump.
3	Fuel Level Sensor