The fuel intake module is installed in the vehicle's fuel tank and is secured with a clamping ring through a rubber ring
The module contains a fuel level sensor and a mesh filter.
On the module cover, there are two nipples for connecting the fuel supply and drain and a nipple for connecting the pre-heater (if installed on the vehicle).
There is also a connector for connecting the fuel level indicator sensor.
Removing the fuel intake module
You will need a T20 Torx key, a screwdriver, and pliers for this job.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
Clean the fuel intake cover and pipe tips.
Disconnect the wiring block from the fuel level sensor connector
Press the retainer of the drain nipple tip and disconnect it
Also disconnect the fuel supply tip to the engine
Loosen the clamp securing the fuel supply hose to the starting heater and disconnect the hose
Unscrew the eight screws fastening the pressure ring (to make it easier to unscrew, you need to tap the screws)
Remove the pressure ring
Take out the fuel intake carefully so as not to bend the float lever of the fuel level sensor
Take out the fuel intake
Remove the rubber gasket of the fuel intake (check the condition of the gasket)
Press the spring retainer of the fuel level sensor wiring block
Disconnect the block from the connector
Remove the retaining cotter pin
Remove the fuel receiver from the anti-drain cup fuel intake
We pry off the spring ring with a screwdriver and remove the coarse fuel filter
We wash or replace the filter
We assemble everything in the reverse order.
When installing the fuel intake in the tank, the mounting protrusion "B" on the flange must be align with the slot on the clamping ring, and the clamping ring with the previously applied mark.
When connecting the fuel fittings, you need to be guided by the arrows "A" and "B", indicating the direction of fuel flow.
Bleeding the fuel system (article - Maintenance of the GAZelle Next fuel system)
Start the engine and check the tightness of the connections.
