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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006MALIBU V6-3.5L VIN 8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSFUEL LEVEL SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRFUEL LEVEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT (MALIBU MAXX)
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8
Fuel Level Sensor Replacement (Malibu MAXX)
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8SECTION Fuel Level Sensor Replacement (Malibu MAXX)
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT (MALIBU MAXX)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the fuel pump module assembly.
2. Release the fuel level sensor wiring harness from the molded-in tab on the pump module bowl.
3. Disconnect the fuel level sensor electrical connector from the pump module cover.
4. Depress the retaining tab on the sensor and begin to slide the level sensor away from the pump module.
5. Carefully slide the level sensor the rest of the way off of the pump module.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Carefully slide the fuel level sensor into the slots on the fuel pump module bowl.
2. Secure the retaining tab on the sensor into the slot on the pump module bowl.
3. Connect the fuel level sensor electrical connector to the pump module cover.
4. Install the fuel level sensor wiring harness to the molded-in tab on the pump module bowl.
5. Install the fuel pump module assembly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.