Removal And Installation; Automatic Shutdown Relay - Chrysler Stratus RHD 1999 Electronic Service Manual

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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)
(2) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery
or auxiliary jumper terminal.
(3) Clean fitting of any foreign material before dis-
assembly.
(4) To release fuel system component from quick-
connect fitting, firmly push fitting towards compo-
nent being serviced while firmly pushing plastic
retainer ring into fitting (Fig. 11). With plastic ring
depressed, pull fitting from component. The plastic
retainer ring must be pressed squarely into fit-
ting body. If this retainer is cocked during
removal, it may be difficult to disconnect fit-
ting. Use an open-end wrench on shoulder of
plastic retainer ring to aid in disconnection.
(5) After disconnection, plastic retainer ring will
remain with 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 quick-connect fitting to
component being serviced, check condition of fitting
and component. Clean parts with a lint-free cloth.
Lubricate with clean engine oil.
(8) Insert quick-connect fitting into component
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 or
auxiliary jumper terminal.
(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. 12). 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
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS
AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES. NEVER SMOKE
WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
Fig. 12 Power Distribution Center (PDC)
REMOVAL
(1) Remove fuel filler cap and perform Fuel Sys-
tem Pressure Release procedure.
(2) Disconnect negative cable from auxilary jumper
terminal.
(3) Remove fuel tank.
(4) Disconnect fuel filter lines from fuel pump
module.
(5) Clean top of tank to remove loose dirt and
debris.
(6) Using Special Tool #6856 Fuel Pump Module
Ring Spanner, remove locknut to release pump mod-
ule (Fig. 13).
WARNING: THE FUEL RESERVOIR OF THE FUEL
PUMP MODULE DOES NOT EMPTY OUT WHEN THE
TANK IS DRAINED. THE FUEL IN THE RESERVOIR
MAY SPILL OUT WHEN THE MODULE IS REMOVED.
(7) Remove fuel pump module and O-ring from
tank (Fig. 14). Discard O-ring.
INSTALLATION
(1) Wipe seal area of tank clean. Place a new
O-ring on the ledge between the tank threads and
the pump module opening.
(2) Position fuel pump module in tank. Make sure
the alignment tab on the underside of the pump mod-
ule flange sits in the corresponding notch in the fuel
tank.
CAUTION: Over tightening the pump lock ring may
result in a leak.
(3) While holding the pump module in position,
install locknut. Tighten locknut to 74.5 N·m (55 ft.
lbs) torque using special tool #6856.
FUEL SYSTEM 14 - 15