Mazda RX-8 Workshop Manual page 4147

Fuel gauge sender unit stay removal note
CAUTION:
A deformed fuel gauge sender unit arm could cause the fuel level to be indicated
incorrectly.When holding the fuel gauge sender unit stay, grasp any part other than the
arm portion.
1. Rotate the fuel gauge sender unit stay counter-clockwise to remove it.
Fuel Gauge Sender Unit (Sub)
WARNING:
Fuel is very flammable liquid. If fuel spills or leaks from the pressurized fuel system, it will
cause serious injury or death and facility breakage.Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes.To
prevent this, always complete the "Fuel Line Safety Procedure", while referring to the
"BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTIONS".
CAUTION:
When the fuel gauge indicates 3/4 or more, the fuel level is higher than the installation
surface of the fuel pump and the fuel suction pipe bracket. Due to this condition, fuel may
spill or leak out when performing this procedure. Before performing this procedure, always
drain out fuel so that the fuel tank is half full or less (according to the fuel gauge needle).
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Complete the "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See
MSP].)
3. Disconnect the quick release connector from the fuel pump unit. (See
CONNECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
4. Connect the hose to the fuel pump unit and drain the fuel into a container used for collecting
gasoline.
5. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank using the following procedure.
BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [13B-
[13B-MSP].)
QUICK RELEASE