For 1990-2009 cars only
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to the Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
- Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
- Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
- Remove the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
- Inspect the fuel pump strainer. Replace a contaminated strainer and inspect the fuel sender assembly.
- Inspect the fuel sender assembly inlet for dirt and debris. Replace the fuel sender assembly if you find dirt or debris in the fuel pump inlet.
- Flush the fuel tank with hot water.
- Pour the water out of the fuel sender assembly opening. Rock the tank to remove all of the water from the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel sender assembly. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement .
- Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
- Refill the fuel tank.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Inspect for fuel leaks through the following steps:
Important:
| • | Only use oil free compressed air to blow out the fuel pipes. |
| • | Inspect the fuel tank internally and clean the fuel tank if you find a plugged fuel filter. |
| • | When flushing the fuel tank, the fuel and water mixture needs to be treated as a hazardous material. The material needs to be handled in accordance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations. |
| 13.1. | Turn the ignition switch to the ON position for two seconds. |
| 13.2. | Turn the ignition switch to the OFF for ten seconds. |
| 13.3. | Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. |
| 13.4. | Check for fuel leaks. |
