The fuel pump is located inside the fuel tank, and the pump can be accessed through a service panel beneath the rear seat cushion. You won’t find it in the engine bay or trunk.
In the 2010 Camry (XV40 generation), the pump is part of the fuel sending unit inside the tank. To service or replace it, you typically remove the rear seat to access a circular service cover. The pump assembly is retrieved through that opening, and you’ll need to handle the fuel lines and electrical connectors with care.
Location and access
The Camry’s fuel pump is not mounted in the engine compartment; instead, it resides in the fuel tank. Toyota designed this generation so service can be performed via an internal access panel rather than dropping the tank.
Below are the key points to know about the fuel pump location and access.
- Location: inside the fuel tank as part of the fuel pump/sending unit.
- Access: through a service panel beneath the rear-seat cushion, typically on one side of the rear seating area.
- Purpose: the pump pressurizes fuel for the engine and is essential for starting and running the vehicle.
- Service note: replacement or testing is usually done by accessing the pump through the panel, not by removing the entire tank.
Accessing the pump is a common maintenance task when diagnosing fuel-pressure issues, and following proper safety precautions helps prevent fuel exposure or fire risk.
How to service or access the fuel pump
The steps below describe a general approach used on Camrys of this generation. Always consult the specific owner’s or service manual for model-year variations and torque specs.
- Relieve fuel system pressure by removing the fuel-pump fuse/relay and starting the engine until it stalls, then turning the ignition off and clearing residual pressure.
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent sparks while handling electrical connections.
- Remove the rear seat bottom cushion to expose the fuel-pump access panel.
- Remove the access panel cover, then disconnect the electrical connector and fuel line from the pump/sending unit.
- Loosen the retaining ring or bolts holding the pump assembly, then carefully lift the pump sending unit out through the access opening.
- Inspect the pump, O-ring, and sending unit; replace as needed, then reinstall in reverse order with proper seals and torque.
After completion, reinstall the rear seat cushion, reconnect the battery, and start the engine to verify fuel pressure and proper operation.
Summary
For a 2010 Toyota Camry, the fuel pump sits inside the fuel tank and is accessed via a panel under the rear seat cushion. Service typically involves removing the rear seat bottom to reach the pump/sending unit, disconnecting lines and connectors, and replacing the pump as needed, following proper safety precautions.