1999 Volkswagen Jetta Anyone Tell Easiest Way Change Fuel Pump On This Auto

1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
180,000 MILES
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BENSJETS
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Can anyone tell me the easiest way to change the fuel pump on this auto?
Apr 5, 2013 at 6:41 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Remove luggage compartment cover
Apr 5, 2013 at 6:48 PM
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EXOVCDS
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1999 old body style = in trunk, turn pump counterclockwise to unseat from gas tank.

1999 new body style = under right rear passenger seat, pump lifts out (not secured to bottom of tank).

Thomas
Apr 5, 2013 at 7:45 PM
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BENSJETS
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Thanks everyone. I found it and already have it out.
Apr 5, 2013 at 9:29 PM
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EXOVCDS
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Good stuff, thanks for the update!

Which style / model is your Jetta (A3 or A4)?

Thomas
Apr 6, 2013 at 8:35 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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So your up and running?
Jun 4, 2013 at 8:49 AM
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