Polaris RANGER 500 2017 Service Manual page 327

CAUTION
It is possible for pressurized fuel to be present when
disconnecting the fuel line.
It is recommended to allow the vehicle to sit for a period
of one hour after shutting off the engine before
servicing the fuel pump. This allows the exhaust to cool
and fuel pressure to drop.
1. Remove the seat to access the fuel pump.
2. Disconnect the battery (-) negative cable.
3. Ensure that static has been discharged from you by
touching a ground source such as the engine or
frame.
4. While holding a shop towel over the fuel line
connector, disconnect the quick connect fuel line
from the fuel pump.
NOTICE
A small amount of fuel may come out of the fuel line or
tank. Properly drain fuel into a suitable container.
5. Disconnect the fuel pump electrical harness
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6. Be sure the top of the fuel tank is clean. If it requires
cleaning, hand wash the top of the tank
no debris will enter the fuel system when the fuel
pump is removed.
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Failure to clean area around fuel pump may lead to
debris entering the fuel tank during service. Excessive
debris in fuel tank may cause premature wear of fuel
pump and/or clogging of internal fuel filters.
7. Place the Fuel Pump Service Tool (PU-50326) over
the fuel pump PFA nut. Using a 1/2" drive ratchet or
breaker bar, loosen and remove the PFA nut. Discard
the PFA nut.
Apply downward force on the fuel pump flange while
removing the fuel pump PFA nut.
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