In tank diesel pump not working. Can I change the in tank diesel pump with an outside inline electric diesel pump?
Feb 21, 2019 at 12:24 PM
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Hello,
You cannot install an aftermarket pump outside the tank. Here are questions and diagrams on how to change out the fuel pump with a video showing how to drain the tank before you begin:
Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Feb 22, 2019 at 1:07 PM
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I need to remove the diesel tank to replace the defective in tank diesel pump. Must I remove the prop-shaft also because this car is a 4wd? Apart from the fuel pump relay is there a fuse also?
Feb 25, 2019 at 12:31 PM
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Yes you will need to remove the drive shaft before you can get the tank out. Here are guides to help you get started:
Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
Feb 25, 2019 at 12:33 PM
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