I need to replace my fuel pump on my Mazda 3. I got the proper part, but when I removed the seat and the cover, the old pump does not line up to the access hole. What do I need to do to get the pump out? According to the instructions I found online it should lift straight out, but I don’t see how that is possible here.



Half of fuel pump that is visible.

 

You need to drop the tank out.