How do you remove a fuel pump from a Mazda6?

How do you remove a fuel pump from a Mazda6?

Remove the fuel pump using tool 49 F042 00 while ensuring there is no gap between the tool and the fuel pump cap. You will now be able to remove the fuel pump and gaskets from the fuel tank. Install the new fuel pump using the items included in the kit, especially the gasket.

How to remove a gas tank fuel pump?

Tighten the tool slightly shorter than the width of the pump. The tool had to flex a bit when I pressed it on. Make sure the retaining tabs on either side of ring are off. I needed to apply a large amount of force down onto the top of the tool to prevent it from just slipping off the fins. I still managed to break one off.

How do you install a new fuel pump?

Install the new fuel pump using the items included in the kit, especially the gasket. Align the start positions of the fuel pump cap and retainer and tighten the cap one full turn by hand. Use Tool 49 F042 00 and a torque wrench to finish tightening the cap to between 59 and 99 ft. lbs.

What kind of engine does a Mazda6 have?

Models made from 2002 to 2007 can have a 1.8 L, 2.0 L, 2.3 L, 3.0 L or 2.0 L diesel engine. Models after 2007 come equipped with a 1.8 L, 2.0 L, 2.5 L, 3.7 L or 2.0 L diesel engine. Relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the negative battery cable with a socket wrench.

How to remove a fuel pump from a Mazda 6?

1. Complete the BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE. (See BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE.) 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 3. Remove the rear seat cushion. 4. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 5. Install in the reverse order of removal. 6. Complete the AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE.

Tighten the tool slightly shorter than the width of the pump. The tool had to flex a bit when I pressed it on. Make sure the retaining tabs on either side of ring are off. I needed to apply a large amount of force down onto the top of the tool to prevent it from just slipping off the fins. I still managed to break one off.

What makes tooltopia gas tank fuel pump removal so heavy?

Tooltopia was great with processing the order and delivering but what a piece of junk. The pictures make it look pretty heavy duty but it is anything but. It is made from a very springy steel which when any torque is applied it slips off the retaining ring and smashes your knuckles into the nearest object.

What to do if fuel pump retainer is not removed?

1. When the retainer is not removed, perform the following procedure. (1) Inspect the fuel pump unit sealing surface for damage and deformation, and replace as necessary. If the quick release connector O-ring is damaged, replace the plastic fuel hose. (2) Slightly apply clean engine oil to the sealing surface of the fuel pump unit.