Replacing the Fuel Pump and Fuel Tank Sending Unit - 2006 Scion tC

In this video I documented my experience with replacing a cheap counterfeit DENSO fuel pump I got off eBay with a new genuine Bosch pump. I also replaced the fuel tank sending unit which senses the fuel level in the tank.

Just so you know, make sure you have a genuine DENSO or Bosch (or similar quality) pump. I got a cheap one off eBay which turned out to be a counterfeit.

Make sure you double verify the manufacturer before getting one. I think you should spring for OEM on this part because there are some really poor quality ones out there and you don't want to have one fail on you while you're driving.

Tools required:

Flat head screwdriver
Phillips head screwdriver
8mm socket & wrench (optional)
4mm socket
Needle nose pliers
Rags

You may need to cut and crimp on some electrical wires depending on your fuel pump model. Check and see what kind of hardware came with your pump.

** IMPORTANT ** I made the mistake in the video of not following the depressurization procedure in the fuel line. It's important that you do so as not to spill fuel everywhere.

The manual says to disconnect the fuel pump electrical connection and then turn on the car. Let the motor run for a few seconds and then it will die on its own. Your fuel line should then be depressurized.