Michael Cass Fuel pump install
1996 Chevy Blazer fuel pump and other repairs added soon.
Here is a page for you to help you get the job done. We will add some cool stuff after you fix your ride..
Enjoy !!
First
support the gas tank, remove the
two metal straps, Lower
the
fuel
tank about 3 inches, disconnect the fuel lines, note !! where the lines
There is no need to buy the whole assembly from the dealer at a cost of $400.00
for the fuel sender and all..
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Disconnect the fuel tank filler neck from the fuel
tank.
Support the fuel tank with a piece of wood on a jack
Remove the fuel tank shield. 4 bolts.
Remove the tank straps. 2 bolts
Lower the fuel tank. slowly. Best to have help to steady
It is easiest if it is empty, But there are two metal straps.
If you get a Haynes manual, it has all the detailed instructions in it.
First
support the gas tank, remove the
two metal straps, lower
fuel
tank about 3 inches, Disconnect the fuel lines,
Note where the lines
go, makes installation a lot easier,
There is a "lock" ring that holds
the fuel pump in, turn it with a light hammer and punch
(light taps).
reverse to install, I would recommend that you pick up a haynes manual,
FUEL PUMP KIT COMES WITH NEW O-RINGS HOSES AND CLAMPS
AGAIN HERE... READ THIS !!!
Remove the wiring harness connections to the fuel pump by pulling the adapter
plug.
From the pump's electrical socket. Set the wires aside.
5
Remove the fuel and vacuum lines from the pump by pinching their hose clamps
and pulling them from the pump's inlet nipples.
They are sized for the particular
nipple and do not need to be marked.
Remove the rear tank shield by turning the
mount bolts counterclockwise.
Once the final bolt is out, the shield will drop.
Remove the fuel tank by turning the mount bolts and filler neck screws
counterclockwise,
You will see a Vent valve in the front of the tank on top,
The hose to it is too short and when u lower the tank and u haven't
release that hose the valve will break.
So I recommend taking that hose off first the valve is like $22 in the dealership good luck
then levering the tank out with the floor jack.
Maneuver the tank away from the truck so it can be worked on.
Remove the fuel pump from the top of the tank by turning and pushing the (tabs)
if it has them.
counterclockwise, then pull the pump
straight out .
9
Replace the pump with a new unit by sliding it back into the tank and tightening
the three mount screws.
10
Place the fuel tank back into the truck by working it into position with the
floor jack.
Tighten the mount bolts and filler neck screws by turning them
clockwise.
11
Replace the protective shield and tighten the mount bolts.
12
Restore the fuel and vacuum hoses by working them onto the correct nipple
and tightening the hose clamps. Pinch the hose clamp, work it forward
onto the nipple, then release it to secure the hose.
13
Replace the wiring harness adapter plug to the pump socket.
14
Lower the truck from the jack stands with the floor jack and reconnect the
battery.
We will be adding more soon Enjoy .. MK