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#How to replace fuel pump 2003 ford taurus cracked#

Tighten the clamp securely on the fuel tank hose (and on the vapor return hose, if there is one).

Tighten the nut using two wrenches the same way as when you disconnected the fuel outlet line. Then connect the other end to the pump, reconnecting the free end to the carburetor. First disconnect the line from the carburetor.

Connect the fuel outlet line to the new pump.

Make sure that either its rocker arm sits against the eccentric gear on the engine, or its actuating pushrod is properly connected to the fuel pump and engine.

Insert the fastening bolts in the new pump and then slide the gasket into place.

Coat both sides of the new gasket with a sealer.Remove any remaining sealant from the mounting flange.Unscrew the two fastening bolts and discard the old fuel pump.Disconnect the fuel outlet line going to the carburetor by grasping the fuel pump fitting firmly with one wrench while unscrewing the nut with another wrench.Plug up the end of the hose you just disconnected with a dowel or bolt.Loosen the clamp connecting the fuel tank hose and the vapor return hose, if there is one, to the old fuel pump.Release the gas tank pressure according to the instructions in the car's service manual.

#How to replace fuel pump 2003 ford taurus cracked#

Examine the fuel line from the gas tank and replace it if it's cracked or leaky.Disconnect the ground cable (it's usually black) from the battery's negative (-) terminal.