Polaris RANGER 1000 2020 Service Manual page 300

FUEL SYSTEM
7. Place the Fuel Pump Service Tool (PU-50326) over
the fuel pump nut. Using a 1/2" drive ratchet or
breaker bar, loosen and remove the nut. Discard the
nut.
NOTICE
Apply light downward force on the fuel pump flange
while removing the fuel pump nut.
8. 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
the pump body as you lift and tilt the pump to ensure
that the float arm is not bent when removed from the
tank.
9. Transfer old fuel pump to a suitable container capable
of safely holding fuel. Fuel pump will retain some fuel.
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10. Carefully 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
assembly.
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
11. Remove new fuel pump assembly, gasket and nut
from packaging. Use care not to bend float arm
during un-packaging. Do not lift or carry fuel pump
assembly by the float arm.
12. Use cleaning wipes provided to clean fuel tank
surface and threads. Remove all debris, grease and
oil. Allow surfaces to dry completely.
13. Install new gasket onto fuel pump assembly using
care not to damage gasket or bend float arm.
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14. 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.
15. Gently push down on fuel pump flange ensuring
flange is centered.
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CAUTION
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