Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 417

5. Stop the engine and check for a change in the fuel pressure gauge reading. 

After engine stops, the gauge reading should hold for about 5 minutes 

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Observing the declination of the fuel pressure when the gauge reading drops and perform the 
necessary repairs. See REPAIRS REFERENCE CHART FOR FUEL PRESSURE. 

REPAIRS REFERENCE CHART FOR FUEL PRESSURE 

6. RELEASE THE INTERNAL PRESSURE 

1. Disconnect the fuel pump connector (A).  

2. Start the engine and wait until fuel in fuel line is exhausted.  

3. After the engine stalls, turn the ignition switch to OFF position and disconnect the negative (-) 

terminal from the battery. 

Fig. 5: Identifying Fuel Pump Connector 
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7. REMOVE THE SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) AND CONNECT THE FUEL LINE 

1. Disconnect the Fuel Pressure Gauge and Hose (09353-24100) from the Fuel Pressure Gauge 

Connector (09353-24000).  

2. Disconnect the Fuel Pressure Gauge Connector (09353-24000) from the Fuel Pressure Gauge 

Adapter (09353-38000).  

3. Disconnect the fuel feed hose from the Fuel Pressure Gauge Adapter (09353-38000). 

too High

Regulator

Condition

Probable Cause

Suspected 

Area

Fuel pressure drops slowly after engine is 
stopped

Injector leak

Injector

Fuel pressure drops immediately after 
engine is stopped

The check valve within the fuel 
pump is open

Fuel Pump

NOTE:

Be sure to reduce the fuel pressure before disconnecting the fuel 
feed hose, otherwise fuel will spill out.

 

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4. Disconnect the Fuel Pressure Gauge Adapter (09353-38000) from the delivery pipe. 

5. Connect the fuel feed hose to the delivery pipe.  

8. INSPECT FUEL LEAKAGE ON CONNECTION 

1. Connect the battery negative (-) terminal.  

2. Apply battery voltage to the fuel pump terminal and activate the fuel pump. With fuel pressure 

applied, check that there is no fuel leakage from the fuel pressure gauge or connection part.  

3. If the vehicle is normal, connect the fuel pump connector.  

FUEL PUMP (FP) 

REMOVAL (INCLUDING FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR) 

1. Preparation 

1. Remove the 2nd seat(s). Refer to SEATS .  

2. Remove the Service Cover (A). 

Fig. 6: Identifying Service Cover 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

3. Disconnect the Fuel Pump Connector (A). 

CAUTION: Cover the hose connection with a shop towel to prevent 

splashing of fuel caused by residual pressure in the fuel line.

 

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Fig. 7: Identifying Fuel Pump Connector 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

4. Start the engine and wait until fuel in fuel line is exhausted.  

5. After the engine stalls, turn the ignition switch OFF.  

2. After disconnecting the fuel feed quick connector (A), the fuel pump connector (B) and fuel tank pressure 

sensor connector (C), remove the fuel pump cover (D). 

Fig. 8: Identifying Fuel Feed Quick Connector, Fuel Pump Connector, Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor 
Connector And Fuel Pump Cover 
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3. After removing the opening nut (A), remove the fuel pump from the fuel tank. 

 

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Fig. 9: Identifying Opening Nut 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

Fig. 10: Identifying Cover, Opening Nut, Fuel Pump And Fuel Level Sensor 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

INSTALLATION 

1. Install the Fuel Pump assembly according to the reverse order of "REMOVAL" procedure.  

Tightening Torque 

2.0-2.9 N.m (0.2-0.3 kgf.m, 1.4-2.2 lbf.ft) 

FUEL TANK 

REMOVAL 

1. Preparation 

1. Remove the 2nd seat(s). Refer to SEATS . 

 

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