Hello first post 156 JTS Sportwagon fuel pump replacement

[Giulia]

Hello and first post from the Blue Mountains. Have a 156 JTS Sportwagon 2005. The fuel pump is leaking causing fumes inside the cabin. I lifted the floor cover material, undid three bolts holding the cover. Fuel pump appears offset from the cover which is attached to a black metal plate bolted to the body. Do I need to remove this plate, necessitating removal of rear seat to better access the pump for replacement? Thank you.

[bazzbazz]

Yes.

[bonno]

Hi Giulia
Had to replace the fuel pump on my 156 JTS and find below link on replacement versus repair using JB weld. PS : Disconnect battery before attempting replacement of  fuel pump. After removal of inspection plate the plastic outer ring needs to be unscrewed using special tool or hammer and timber drift.
http://www.alfaclubvic.org.au/forum/index.php?topic=17778.msg101694#msg101694

[Giulia]

Yes.

Thank you.

[Giulia]

Hi Giulia
Had to replace the fuel pump on my 156 JTS and find below link on replacement versus repair using JB weld. PS : Disconnect battery before attempting replacement of  fuel pump. After removal of inspection plate the plastic outer ring needs to be unscrewed using special tool or hammer and timber drift.
http://www.alfaclubvic.org.au/forum/index.php?topic=17778.msg101694#msg101694

Thank you. I found a pump at a reasonable price. Will certainly disconnect battery.