OEM 2009 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Tank

2009 Chevrolet Equinox Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the secondary fuel tank module on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?

  A: The replacement of the secondary Fuel Tank module begins by optimizing safety through the use of shop cloth on fuel line fittings and an approved fuel container nearby for collection. The Fuel Pump module's cam-lock ring tang requires penetration oil before cleaning all the fuel-connected pipes and hoses for contamination free work. The necessary service requires a new Fuel Tank module seal that you should already have on hand. The service starts with Fuel Tank removal followed by proper disconnect of the evap vent line quick connect while guarding the retainer against damage with short tools. The Fuel Pump module retaining ring should be taken off using j39765-a (Fuel Sender Lock Ring Tool) tool so you can proceed to disconnect the electrical connector and suction port tube by carefully lifting the module. Follow these steps to remove the secondary level sensor electrical connector with tube from the pump module: depress the tab then lift the module until the orientation tabs disengage before rotating it 45 degrees to prevent bending the float arm in place. The installation requires replacement of the Fuel Pump module-to-tank seal with a new o-ring only when you replace the fuel level sending unit during maintenance. Installation of the fuel level sending unit takes place into the new Fuel Pump if you need to replace it. Use the j39765-a to install the Fuel Pump lock ring after you attach the suction port and secondary level sensor electrical connector to the new secondary Fuel Pump module with its level sender and new Fuel Pump-to-tank seal correct. The j39765-a tool should be used to install the Fuel Pump lock ring followed by reattaching the evap line quick connect and reinstalling the Fuel Tank.