Chrysler neon 1997 Service Manual page 1299

14 - 12 FUEL SYSTEM
SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)
(2) Perform the fuel pressure release procedure.
Refer to the Fuel Pressure Release Procedure in this
section.
(3) Clean the fitting of any foreign material before
disassembly.
(4) To release the fuel system component from the
quick-connect fitting, firmly push the fitting towards
the component being serviced while firmly pushing
the plastic retainer ring into the fitting (Fig. 15).
With the plastic ring depressed, pull the fitting from
the component. The plastic retainer ring must be
pressed squarely into the fitting body. If this
retainer is cocked during removal, it may be
difficult to disconnect fitting. Use an open-end
wrench on the shoulder of the plastic retainer
ring to aid in disconnection.
(5) After disconnection, the plastic retainer ring
will remain with the quick-connect fitting connector
body.
(6) Inspect fitting connector body, plastic retainer
ring and fuel system component for damage. Replace
as necessary.
(7) Prior to connecting the quick-connect fitting to
component being serviced, check condition of fitting
and component. Clean the parts with a lint-free
cloth. Lubricate them with clean engine oil.
(8) Insert the quick-connect fitting into the compo-
nent being serviced until a click is felt.
(9) Verify a locked condition by firmly pulling on
fuel tube and fitting (15-30 lbs.).
(10) Connect negative battery cable to battery.
(11) Start engine and check for leaks.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN RELAY
The relay is located in the Power Distribution Cen-
ter (PDC) (Fig. 16). The PDC is located next to the
battery in the engine compartment. For the location
of the relay within the PDC, refer to the PDC cover
for location. Check electrical terminals for corrosion
and repair as necessary.
FUEL PUMP RELAY
The fuel pump relay is located in the PDC. The
inside top of the PDC cover has a label showing relay
and fuse location.
FUEL PUMP MODULE
REMOVAL
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS
BATTERY POSITIVE BATTERY GROUND AIR CLEANER PCM TCM PDC
Fig. 16 Power Distribution Center (PDC)
AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES. NEVER SMOKE
WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
(1) Drain the fuel. Refer to Draining Fuel Tank in
the Fuel Tank section of this group.
WARNING: THE FUEL RESERVOIR OF THE FUEL
PUMP MODULE DOES NOT EMPTY OUT WHEN THE
TANK IS DRAINED. THE FUEL IN THE RESERVOIR
WILL SPILL OUT
REMOVED.
(2) Disconnect fuel line from fuel pump module by
depressing quick connect retainers with thumb and
fore finger.
(3) Slide fuel pump module electrical connecter
lock to unlock.
(4) Disconnect the electrical connection from the
fuel pump module, by pushing down on connector
retainer and pulling connector off of module.
(5) Use a transmission jack to support the fuel
tank. remove bolts from fuel tank straps.
(6) Lower tank slightly.
(7) Use Special Tool 6856 to remove fuel pump
module locknut (Fig. 18).
(8) Remove fuel pump and O-ring seal from tank.
Discard old seal.
INSTALLATION
(1) Wipe seal area of tank clean and place a new
seal in position in the tank opening.
(2) Position fuel pump in the tank. Make sure the
aligment tab on the underside of the fuel pump mod-
ule flange sits in the notch on the fuel tank.
(3) Position the locknut over the fuel pump mod-
ule.
WHEN THE MODULE
PL
IS