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the tank must be dropped to gain access to the pump module. it pays around 2.5 hours in a shop. not recommended to do at home if you have never done this before.
Roy
Did get the new fuel pump in, but where does the fuel filter go? Changed the fuel pump, but now can't get the fuel to come up thru the lines into the carb? to get the engine to turn over. Do I need to change the fuel filter and release button at the back (in the trunk) or can someone tell me where to go from here. I am in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. A friend is helping me out as I can't get the car to a shop, nor do I have the money to pay the *shop* fees, about $600-650.
The fuel filter is an inline canister type which is mounted in the engine compartment on the passenger side fender well. It uses plastic clips to secure the fuel lines that can easily be broken so be gentle when removing them. Manual states not to reuse but I do unless damaged and haven't had problems yet. If you haven't changed the fuel pump yet or verified it's the problem then I suggest starting with the filter. I'm assuming you dont have a pressure gauge so this simple method will point you in the right direction more times then not. Depressurize fuel system, remove the filter inlet fuel line, place into container to catch gas. Turn the key to run position for 5-10 seconds several times which engages the fuel pump. If you receive what appears to be an adequate amount of gas reinstall the filter inlet line, depressurize system and remove the outlet line. Attach piece of hose to filter to route gas to catch can and repeat cycling ignition. If no gas before filter work your way back to pump in tank ensuring hose isn't blocked but if you get gas after filter do the same towards working your way towards fuel injectors. Accurate troubleshooting of the fuel system requires you to be comfortable with a multimeter, jumper wires to create conditions that eliminate possible causes and patience not to skip any steps because there are many possible causes from faulty wiring to sensors or relays that affect the fuel delivery system but aren't a part of it. A fuel pressure gauge would help a great deal however you can use an empty gas can to catch fuel for a specified amount of time directly from the fuel line coming from the fuel pump located in the gas tank. Once time is up compare volume of gas received with fuel pump specifications to determine if it is providing adequate flow. I'm sure they can be found online somewhere. Here is the link to the proper troubleshooting steps and good luck. http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairinfo/repairguide/repairGuideContent.jsp?pageId=0900c1528005d875
Did get the new fuel pump in, but where does the fuel filter go? Changed the fuel pump, but now can't get the fuel to come up thru the lines into the carb? to get the engine to turn over. Do I need to change the fuel filter and release button at the back (in the trunk) or can someone tell me where to go from here. I am in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. A friend is helping me out as I can't get the car to a shop, nor do I have the money to pay the *shop* fees, about $600-650.
The fuel filter is an inline canister type which is mounted in the engine compartment on the passenger side fender well. It uses plastic clips to secure the fuel lines that can easily be broken so be gentle when removing them. Manual states not to reuse but I do unless damaged and haven't had problems yet. If you haven't changed the fuel pump yet or verified it's the problem then I suggest starting with the filter. I'm assuming you dont have a pressure gauge so this simple method will point you in the right direction more times then not. Depressurize fuel system, remove the filter inlet fuel line, place into container to catch gas. Turn the key to run position for 5-10 seconds several times which engages the fuel pump. If you receive what appears to be an adequate amount of gas reinstall the filter inlet line, depressurize system and remove the outlet line. Attach piece of hose to filter to route gas to catch can and repeat cycling ignition. If no gas before filter work your way back to pump in tank ensuring hose isn't blocked but if you get gas after filter do the same towards working your way towards fuel injectors. Accurate troubleshooting of the fuel system requires you to be comfortable with a multimeter, jumper wires to create conditions that eliminate possible causes and patience not to skip any steps because there are many possible causes from faulty wiring to sensors or relays that affect the fuel delivery system but aren't a part of it. A fuel pressure gauge would help a great deal however you can use an empty gas can to catch fuel for a specified amount of time directly from the fuel line coming from the fuel pump located in the gas tank. Once time is up compare volume of gas received with fuel pump specifications to determine if it is providing adequate flow. I'm sure they can be found online somewhere. Here is the link to the proper troubleshooting steps and good luck. http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairinfo/repairguide/repairGuideContent.jsp?pageId=0900c1528005d875