2002 V70 Removing In Tank Fuel Pump

kymg · Post by **kymg** » 19 Nov 2013, 12:14

Another thread of mine speaks about a fluid leak that I have and it seems that it is not an uncommon problem. So much so that Volvo issued a recall to repair the leak associated with the in tank fuel pump.

Given that it it is not an uncommon problem, does anyone here know the process involved in replacing the seal. It seems that the rear seat needs to be removed and there is a hatch/cover underneath that can allows access to the top of the tank.

Are there any pictures of this so that I know what to look for.

I also understand that the battery needs to be disconnected.

Any help appreciated

Cheers

Post by **oragex** » 19 Nov 2013, 14:17

Check on Youtube for a well done video.

kymg · Post by **kymg** » 22 Nov 2013, 03:28

So I am guessing from the lack of replies that no-one has gone through the process of removing an in tank fuel pump starting with the apparent seat removal etc despite that fact that the fuel pump was cause for a recall in N. America and is a not so uncommon problem.

I must say that I would have imagined that someone here has done this.

jking4020 · Post by **jking4020** » 17 Apr 2018, 20:38

Sometimes you wont get good responses on here ive noticed. Its a great site for help. But some issues i guess were on our own. I need to do this job too. Ive found helpful stuff here. Keep lookin man. By now you probably sold the car....hehehehe

dlundblad · Post by **dlundblad** » 21 Apr 2018, 04:25

I've done the job and most likely used the YouTube video mentioned above. It's a good video.. Check it out. He used a string trick too which really works. Tie onto the pump's wiring at the sender unit side and then remove the pump. The string pulls through the tank which is about 70% the width of the car. Remove the string once it's out and tie it onto the new pump's wiring.. pull it back from the sender side as you install the new pump and bam.

Do this job with 1/2 a tank or less of fuel. Rock Auto has the Bosch OE pump for cheap.

The rear seat's bottom cushion comes out. One video make it look easy, but I had to get in there and pull. Right as it felt like something was going to break (be it the seat or my shoulder), it came out. I also believe the side cushions and seat backs need to come out as well.

With the backs removed, you'll have full access to both access covers. The one on the top passenger side is the pump and the bottom hole on the driver side is the sender unit. You'll need the slotted socket tool. I'd also recommend new o rings.

Right as you think everything is tight, tighten it some more. Before putting the seat back together, fill up the tank all the way and check for leaks. This was my issue as I didn't get everything tightened on the first try and it will leak profusely if done incorrectly.

***Edited***
(string idea/ slotted tool.)

(rear seat removal)

Post by **jonesg** » 21 Apr 2018, 08:40

kymg wrote: ↑19 Nov 2013, 12:14 Another thread of mine speaks about a fluid leak that I have and it seems that it is not an uncommon problem. So much so that Volvo issued a recall to repair the leak associated with the in tank fuel pump.

Given that it it is not an uncommon problem, does anyone here know the process involved in replacing the seal. It seems that the rear seat needs to be removed and there is a hatch/cover underneath that can allows access to the top of the tank.

Are there any pictures of this so that I know what to look for.

I also understand that the battery needs to be disconnected.

Any help appreciated

Cheers

Its usually the pump cover plate that leaks, no need to pull the pump at all.
Spray the cover with carb cleaner and dry, slather jbweld marine formula on it, I used the whole lot and filled the cover plate with it, let cure 24 hrs.

Getting the seats out is a ....project.
Mine is a v70 wagon, side panels behind the rear seat have to come off.

Post by **jonesg** » 21 Apr 2018, 08:58

jonesg wrote: ↑21 Apr 2018, 08:40
kymg wrote: ↑19 Nov 2013, 12:14 Another thread of mine speaks about a fluid leak that I have and it seems that it is not an uncommon problem. So much so that Volvo issued a recall to repair the leak associated with the in tank fuel pump.

Given that it it is not an uncommon problem, does anyone here know the process involved in replacing the seal. It seems that the rear seat needs to be removed and there is a hatch/cover underneath that can allows access to the top of the tank.

Are there any pictures of this so that I know what to look for.

I also understand that the battery needs to be disconnected.

Any help appreciated

Cheers
Its usually the pump cover plate that leaks, no need to pull the pump at all.
Spray the cover with carb cleaner and dry, slather jbweld marine formula on it, I used the whole lot and filled the cover plate with it, let cure 24 hrs.

Getting the seats out is a ....project.
Mine is a v70 wagon, side panels behind the rear seat have to come off.

Don't run the car with the seatbelt sensors unplugged, keep battery disconnected until everything is reinstalled. Or You'll get the dreaded SRS. This is a better video for the v70

Post by **oragex** » 21 Apr 2018, 15:20

The above videos I believe are for the cars with the plastic fuel tank

This is the model with the metal tank - the ring over the pump cover is slightly different and fortunately requires no special tool

dlundblad · Post by **dlundblad** » 21 Apr 2018, 21:45

oragex wrote: ↑21 Apr 2018, 15:20 The above videos I believe are for the cars with the plastic fuel tank

This is the model with the metal tank - the ring over the pump cover is slightly different and fortunately requires no special tool

Yes, you're correct.

I always assumed the metal tank was older models.

Post by **abscate** » 22 Apr 2018, 04:05

Added part numbers to title for search , both metal and plastic tank fuel pumps