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1997 jeep cherokee: dispense very slow or gas nozzle will stop

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1997 jeep cherokee, gas hand no registering correctley, ran out of gas twice and when putting gas in , you have to dispense very slow or gas nozzle will stop like its full.
Submitted: 6 years ago.
Category: Jeep
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Expert:  kennyb28 replied 6 years ago.
HiCustomer Thank you for asking your question on JustAnswer. The other Experts and I are working on your answer. By the way, it would help us to know:
-Could you explain your situation a little more?
I know how to repair your gas "hand" guage issue, but could be a few possibilities on your gas filling issue. First, Is there any damage or dents to the gas tank or the rear of the vehicle. Second, what happens if you back the nozzle out of the gas filler slightly? Does gas go in continuously? or does it still shut off the nozzle?
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Customer: replied 6 years ago.

Hi kennyb28, there is no damage or dents to the gas tank or rear of the vehicle, I've tried backing it out some, it will still click off unless you go slowly.

Expert:  kennyb28 replied 6 years ago.

It sounds like you have two problems.

1- Bad fuel level sending unit.

2- plugged vent line on the fuel vent hose. (its the small one that runs next to the large fuel filler hose.

 

***WARNING***

WARNING: The fuel system is under constant fuel pressure even with the engine off. This pressure must be released before servicing fuel tank.

 

You have to drop the fuel tank to do this so its recommended you replace the entire fuel pump module whe you do this.

 

The fuel gauge sending unit (fuel level sensor) and float assembly is located on the side of fuel pump module. The fuel pump module is located on top of fuel tank.

REMOVAL

  1. Remove fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank/Service and Repair. REMOVAL
    1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
    2. Release fuel system pressure.
    3. Raise and support vehicle.
    4. If Equipped: Remove fuel tank skid plate.

    Fig. 30 Fuel Hose Shield

    1. Remove 4 fuel hose shield mounting bolts and remove fuel hose shield (Fig. 30) from body.

    Fig. 31 Fuel Fill and Vent Hoses

    1. Remove fuel tank fill hose and vent hose clamps at fuel tank filler tube (Fig. 31) . Remove both hoses at fuel filler tube.
    2. Remove exhaust tailpipe heat shield mounting bolts and remove shield. CAUTION: To protect fuel tank from exhaust heat, this shield must reinstalled after tank installation.
    3. Place a hydraulic jack to bottom of fuel tank. WARNING: Place a shop towel around fuel lines to catch any excess fuel.

    Fig. 32 Fuel Tank Connections - Front of Tank

    1. Disconnect fuel supply line from fuel extension line near front of fuel tank (Fig. 32) .
    2. Disconnect EVAP canister vent line near front of tank (Fig. 32) .
    3. Disconnect fuel pump module electrical connector (pigtail harness) near front of tank (Fig. 32) . Harness connector is clipped to body.

    Fig. 33 Fuel Tank Mounting

    1. Remove two fuel tank strap nuts (Fig. 33) . Position both tank support straps away from tank.
    2. Carefully lower right side of tank while feeding both fuel hoses through access hole in body Fuel Tank Full And Not Drained Using DRB Scan Tool: To prevent fuel loss through hoses, keep left side of tank higher than right side while lowering. Do not allow hose openings to drop lower than top of tank.
    3. Continue lowering tank until clear of vehicle. Place tank on floor with left side hose side higher than right side.

    Fig. 34 Fill and Vent Hose Index Marks

    1. Drain tank by removing fuel fill hose at tank. Fuel fill hose is largest of 2 hoses (Fig. 34) . Insert the drain hose (from an approved gasoline draining station) into hose opening. Drain tank until empty.
    2. If fuel pump module removal is necessary. Refer to Fuel Tank Unit/Service and Repair for procedures. See: Fuel Tank Unit\Service and Repair

See: Powertrain Management\Fuel Delivery and Air Induction\Fuel Tank\Service and Repair

  1. Remove fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Tank Unit/Service and Repair . See: Powertrain Management\Fuel Delivery and Air Induction\Fuel Tank Unit\Service and Repair
  2. Remove electrical wire connector at sending unit terminals.

Fig. 26 Fuel Gauge Sending Unit Release Tabs

 

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