Fuel Pump Module: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Saturn LW200, 2002 Saturn L200, and 2002 Saturn L100. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove fuel tank. Refer to FUEL TANK .
NOTE: Clean all fuel pipe and hose connections and surrounding areas before disassembling to avoid possible contamination of the fuel system. Spray the fuel pump module cam-lock ring tang with penetrating oil prior to attempting removal.
Disconnect fuel lines from fuel pump module.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Fuel Lines
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NOTE: To prevent retainer damage, do not attempt to remove the retainer with a 0.3 m (12 in.) or shorter ratchet/breaker bar. Operation should be a smooth one hand operation while holding onto the lock ring.
Use the fuel tank lock ring remover and remove the fuel pump module retaining ring. A 1/2 in. breaker bar (approximately 0.5 m [18 in.]) will easily loosen and remove the lock ring.

Fig 2: Removing The Fuel Pump Module Retaining Ring
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NOTE: To prevent bending of the sending unit float arm during removal, lift the pump module up slightly to disengage the orientation tabs in the fuel tank and rotate the module 45°.
Remove fuel pump module.
NOTE: Always replace fuel pump module to tank seal O-ring whenever assembly is removed.
Discard fuel pump module to tank seal.
If sending unit is not being replaced as well, remove fuel level sender. Refer to SENDER UNIT & FLOAT .

Fig 3: Removing Fuel Level Sender
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