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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 34730-1A Fuel Pressure Gauge

Removal Procedure

Caution: In order to Reduce the Risk of Personal Injury: Always allow for proper ventilation when working with fuel in enclosed areas.

Caution: Always wear safety goggles when working with fuel in order to protect the eyes from fuel splash.

  1. Relieve the fuel system fuel pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief .
  2. Drain the fuel tank to at least 3/4 of a tank full. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
  3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  4. Object Number: 246727  Size: SH
  5. Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .

  6. Object Number: 238597  Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the electrical connectors at the modular fuel sender.
  8. Disconnect the electrical connector at the fuel tank pressure sensor.
  9. Remove the clip from the fuel tank pressure sensor.
  10. Remove the fuel tank pressure sensor (1) from the modular fuel sender.
  11. Clean the fuel sender assembly O-ring sealing surfaces.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 18839  Size: SH
  1. Install the fuel tank pressure sensor into the modular fuel sender.
  2. Reinstall the clip to the fuel tank pressure sensor.
  3. Connect the electrical connector at the fuel tank pressure sensor.
  4. Connect the modular fuel sender electrical connector at the fuel tank.

  5. Object Number: 246727  Size: SH
  6. Reinstall the fuel tank, with the aid of an assistant. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .

  7. Object Number: 235992  Size: SH
  8. Add fuel to the fuel tank.
  9. Install the fuel tank filler pipe cap (1).
  10. Connect the negative battery cable.
  11. Inspect for leaks.
  12. 9.1. Turn the ignition switch On for 2 seconds.
    9.2. Turn the ignition switch Off for 10 seconds.
    9.3. Turn the ignition switch On.
    9.4. Check for fuel leaks.
  13. Reinstall the intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Intake Manifold Removal in engine mechanical.