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1999 Ford Taurus Repair Question


Topics covered: Fuse, Fuel pressure, Fuel pump.
Mileage: 180,000 miles.

Asked on July 2, 2012

Replaced fuel pump but no fuel pressure

Replaced fuel pump, now its not getting fuel pressure. The old pump got hot but car didnt die. It wouldnt start back up untill it cooled down. I checked the fuse and relay prior to replacing fuel pump. I havent listened to see of the pump runs. May it be because its not seated all the way in? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
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Replied on July 2, 2012

best to see if the pump is running first, let me know if it is or isn't

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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Replied on July 2, 2012

Check power and ground @ the pump

Tiny Answered by djcl (expert)
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Replied on July 2, 2012

No, doesnt seem like its running. I cant hear it making any noise once I turn ignition.

Tiny Response from Dennis317
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Replied on July 2, 2012

How do I do that? I took down the tank and checked 2 power connectors they seem to be in place. Its a brand new Airtex pump.

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Replied on July 2, 2012

You will now have to test for power at the pump, if yes pump or earth for pump if no check pump relay and fuse is fused separately.

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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Replied on July 2, 2012

"if yes pump or earth for pump"??? Can I disconect all the hoses and leave the pump plugged in to see if it turns on? Otherwise Im not quite sure what youre meaning.

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Replied on July 2, 2012

if you do that run a short length of hose into a container, safer that way.

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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Replied on July 2, 2012

Okay thanks. Ill do that in the morning and will get back with you. So if the pump does work what should I be looking to troubleshoot next?

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Replied on July 2, 2012

If the pump works you will need a fuel pressure gauge to check pressure

Tiny Answered by djcl (expert)
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I took the cap off and pressed on it while the key was in on position. It didnt spray any gas. Then I tried to start it while the cap was off and still no gas sprayed out of it.

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