Sensor-Fuel Level Sending Unit: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removal & Installation Of Fuel Level Sending Unit

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The fuel level sending unit (fuel level sensor) (3) and float assembly (7) and (8) is located on the side of the fuel pump module.

Remove fuel pump module from fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Pump Module REMOVAL /INSTALLATION .
Disconnect electrical connector from fuel pump module. Record pin location first. Separate necessary sending unit wiring from connector using terminal pick / removal tool. Refer to SPECIAL TOOLS for tool part numbers.
To remove sending unit from pump module, use a small pick (5) or screwdriver. Lift on plastic locking tab (4) while sliding sending unit (3) down the mounting tracks (6).