For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Caution: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury that may result from a fuel leak, always replace the fuel sender gasket when reinstalling the fuel sender assembly.

1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
2. Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining .
3. Remove the fuel tank (4). Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
4. Remove the modular fuel sender assembly.

Important:

• | The modular fuel sender assembly may spring up from its position.

• | When removing the modular fuel sender assembly from the fuel tank, be aware that the reservoir bucket is full of fuel. It must be tipped slightly during removal to avoid damage to the float. Discard fuel sender O-ring and replace with a new one.

• | Carefully discard the reservoir fuel into an approved container.

5. While holding the modular fuel sender assembly (3) down, remove the snap ring (1) from designated slots located on the retainer (2).

### Installation Procedure

1. Install a new O-ring on the modular fuel sender (3) to the fuel tank.
2. Align tab on front of the modular fuel sender (2) with slot on front of the retainer snap ring.
3. Slowly apply pressure to top of the spring loaded sender until the sender aligns flush with the retainer on tank.

Important: Be sure that the snap ring is fully seated within the tab slots.

4. Insert the snap ring (1) into designated slots.
5. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Refill the tank and reinstall the fuel filler cap.
8. Reconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Replacement in engine electrical.
9. Inspect for fuel leaks.

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.