Polaris GENERAL 2016 Service Manual page 224

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9. Carefully lift the fuel pump out of the fuel tank. As the

fuel pump assembly is being removed, be aware of

float arm and pump pre-filter. Hold the float arm to the

pump body as you lift and tilt the pump to ensure that

the float arm is not bent when removed from the tank.

10. Transfer old fuel pump to a suitable container capable

of safely holding fuel. The fuel pump will retain some

11. Inspect the inside of the fuel tank for debris (may

require flashlight and mirror). If debris like mud or

sand is present, fuel tank should be flushed and

cleaned out prior to installation of new fuel pump

It is recommended to remove the fuel tank from the

vehicle and rinse it with a small amount of clean fuel.

Do not use water or any other chemicals to remove

12. Remove new fuel pump assembly

from packaging. Use care not to bend float arm

during un-packaging. Do not lift or carry fuel pump

assembly by the float arm.

13. Use cleaning wipes provided to clean fuel tank

surface and threads

and oil. Allow surfaces to dry completely.

14. Install new gasket onto fuel pump assembly using

care not to damage gasket or bend float arm.

15. Install fuel pump into fuel tank, hold float arm to the

pump body and tilt assembly to ensure float arm does

not get caught or bent during installation.

16. Gently push down on fuel pump flange ensuring

flange is centered.

17. Roughly align orientation mark on fuel pump between

the orientation marks on fuel tank to ensure float arm

does not get bent or snagged.

Failure to align the orientation marks may lead to

interferences with the fuel level float armand cause

incorrect function.

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. Remove all debris, grease

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