How To Replace a Fuel Pump and Fuel Filter
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
- Fuel filter and fuel pump replacement can be scary, but it's really not hard. I will show you how to remove the in tank fuel pump, and fuel level sender, how to install a fuel pump and seal, I will also show you how to replace a fuel filter, which should be done when the pump is replaced. This is on my MK3 VW GTI
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The video on "Hack Fuel Pump Upgrades" is coming soon. Also, I recommend watching the first 2 minutes from great tips and safety issues when working with fuel, but if you feel you need to skip ~ ua-cam.com/video/tNixH-9CdoE/v-deo.htmlm12s the DIY starts there.
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I have an entirely separate issue - mechanic says I need to fix sensor to shut off my VW's engine light so it passes smog - but I watched this whole video anyway because I found it rly interesting. You're a GREAT teacher - your step-by-step instructions are clear, easy to follow, and I like that you point out all the precautions one should take. Now, if only I could learn to fix the sensor myself!
Thanks. What sensor is it?
I'm guessing it's the oxygen sensor (not sure) but mechanic seemed to think fixing the sensor on my VW Cabrio 2000 would make the engine light go away. After initial diagnostic, he thought it was vac hoses, so I paid $150 ($125 just for labor) to fix those and that didn't work, so now he thinks it's the sensor.
Thanks for people like you. Cut things to the bone and not stand talking for hours. Take care.
3:49 I thought the car was playing La Cucaracha for a second... 🎶
+Sarah -n- Tuned it really sounds like it. That’s the old mk3 door chime.
I love that sound, reminds me of highschool when I had my 96 16v gti
A tip on undoing the ring or any metal locating ring
Use 2 large flat blade screws drivers, one in each hand, cross the tips of the screw drivers like you are crossing a knife and fork and engage each screw driver tip on 2 lugs 180 degree from each other.
Twist it off. The screw driver shafts act as a fulcrum to each other..
It's on old trick to take the lids of 44 gallon drums but i found it works for fuel pump rings too and means you don't need to hit the lugs or damage them and the thread doesn't bind if you are using 2 lugs opposite one another at the same time.
Good tip, I will have to give that one a try
I only came here for that damn stupid floating seal. Now that you have given me the trick, i´ll try it out tomorrow.
A trick I like to do is take off the fuel sender rod, put that in first, then put the pump in, and finally snap the fuel sendor rod back on the top section.
Also, those hose clambs seen at the fuel pomp can be easily taken off with some pincers, just grab the locking section from the top, and move your pincers along the clamp making the clamp pop loose. They're actually reusable after that
The best fuel pump installation on UA-cam! ❤
I love your videos, man . . . concise, precautionary demeanor, friendly . . . well done, sir lol
I've done this job many a time and yet I find myself watching in hopes of learning a trick or two!!
I like how much you pay attention to detail! ...my weakness
+Neil Porter thank you. I’m trying hard to make sure I give you guys all you need
Damm those ebrake-cables. The rearbottom of the Mark 3 gives me flashbacks of all those nights spend underneath my Corrado. 😀😀😀
I know they are toast!
I have the new cables. Once I am back from SEMA, that is the next repair
I just found your page. Really enjoy these videos. As an exmechanic, it's really interesting to notice you discussing things that I've stumbled across on my own.
Thanks Seth!
Howdy Charles. Just watched the first pick a part challenge. Love it.has some of my favorite UA-camrs.cheers
Its so awesome!
Nice video and comprehensive explanation
YOU a réel teacher tank you
Mark II golf, fuel pump replacement video would be amazing. I recall having to look high and low for the secondary fuel pump housing. Two pumps? Yeah, that threw me. Had to replace both pumps, an ignition coil and a heater core. Some how I kept getting "extra" mounting screws and bolts every time I took that thing apart. Finally had to say goodbye to that nickel and dime eater, when I found a Mark V. Now this 150k hatch is giving me the coolant and fuel system leak run around.
Fuel pump and filter removal notwithstanding, I like the fact you jacked the car up by the pinch welds and supported the vehicle with jack stands under the frame. Most on YT suggest doing the opposite. I prefer your method particularly for my next job.....brake cable
Thank you
white wookie is pretty sweet now bro!! Hack fuel pump is def true lol excited to see how you did it compared to mine
+EURO Rehab thanks so much. I think that video will be out next week.
Buddy, I just replaced mine to the letter and the car started after the 5th try as I was checking for leaks it died! Still got the low pressure codes so I went and got a new revised control module. The fuel system is priming when I turn the key and the rpm goes up a fraction, but there’s just no spark! I never had a problem starting the car and only a slight idling problem before. Spark plugs are 18k old with new coils. Not sure what the heck is going on
this is exactly what i want. thank you, upvoted and bookmarked! plan to do it sooner.
Awesome.
That's the best advice, thank you
Thank you. I learned how to do this through this video. :)
Sweet!
When upgrading the pump is the stock positive wire black? And the ground is brown? Just trying to be sure before I put my new pump in...
Is there a reason why you didn't apply some dielectric grease to the black locking ring?
Does it have to have the return fuel line check valve? If I broke the little plastic check valve will it kinda work?
I see a Humble Mechanic notification, I immediately stop what I am doing and watch!
PS- Also here before the edit in the title 😜
So fast. One day I will start proofreading my stuff a little better. LOL.....one day.
HumbleMechanic Lol. We’re here to keep you on your toes 😂 Do you go on snap now btw? I sent you one last night you may like 😝
I am thankful for it. I haven't checked my SC today.
Daniel Same (I immediately stop what I am doing and watch when my tech work allows me to do so). Then, I share these videos with my mechanic bf.
I know this,always use the OEM fuel pump.The aftermarkets are flat out junk and Airtex is one example of this.Those clamps,there a special pair of pliers to release and put them back in,Astro Pnuematic is one that makes this pair of pliers for them.Replacing the fuel filter if it has one is part of the warranty on the new fuel replacement.
This is one of the few times I didn't use an OEM pump.
Have put in 6 Airtex fuel pumps in one Chevy truck,failed and Airtex would not warranty them.Claim was installer error which did not happen
DAMN!
Bosch 040 in tank. Walbro inline(required for big hp) is going to drive you crazy whining. 040 will support 685 wheel , billet adapter bracket @ Schimmel Performance. Still Alot cheaper than an oem with much improved flow and reliability over stock.
I will check that out. I went with a Walbro 255. It's great. I have seen some of those things cost over $500.
What do you have in place of your resonator?
Very good video, one thumb up from me.
Play that at 0.5x speed its so funny!
Good job Mister, i like your videos. Just subscribed! :)
New appreciation for my honda I just sold, changing pump & filter was easier than that.
If car parts could be ranked by ugliness - the tank fuel pump would win hands down.
Especially the old ones.. YUCK. But the MK3 is kinda cool in the way it works.
So bad you had to put a paper bag over its head! :D
BHAHAHAHAHAHHAHA That is awesome!
How often it should be changed on an mk7 gti?
Awesome vid, mate. Just watched the Engineering Explained video with you on it, thought I'd jump over and take a look. Subscribed and notifications are ON, pal.
ROCK ON!!! Thank you
When replacing just the fuel filter during maintenance do you need to depressurize the system in the same way? It makes sense to do so, just wondering! @humblemechanic
does the Volkswagen 1.8 tsi. b7 Passat have a fuel filter and where is it located
I got a recall letter recently for my 06 Passat. It states that the pump can remain On causing a no start. My vehicle mysteriously died a few weeks before & I think this could be why.
+ possible for sure.
Hoping you can help me with correct fuel pressure testing on a Califirnia 2006 2.5 vw beetle with the filter located inside the metal tank. The Chilton book states to check the pressure underneath vehicle and tap into the filter/regulator outside the tank for proper pressure check. Since the filter is inside the tank on mine I'm confused. The car does have a fuel rail with a Schrader valve port, but I'm reading that it's main purpose is to bleed the system not to get correct pressure. I did however still tap into it with my gauge and it reads 45psi at idle then drops when I give it gas sign of a bad pump, but not 100%. The specs call for the pressure to be 58psi any help will be appreciated. Thanks
Good Lord! *That's* a fuel pump? I thought a Borg had stowed away in your tank.
It's crazy!
There is an arrow cast into the fuel tank that aligns with the arrow on the fuel pump cap, FYI
Lots of cars have some type of alignment or indicators. Yet I’ve seen people still mess it up. Ahha
Awesome I have to do this on my 94 jetta thanks.
Should be the same or close to it
Hi, thank you for your videos, have you got some advice to replace a fuel filter that is inside the tank ? (mazda 3 2004)
Is there any problem if I changed the filter without changing the fuel pump?
Nope that’s good maintainer
I’m not sure with what’s wrong with my work truck. Runs fine for like 10-15 minutes, and then it starts to act up. The truck sputters when I accelerate and can sometimes shut the engine off while in drive when I take off like at a light or stop sign, but this is rare. Flooring the pedal makes me go almost no where, which prevents me from overtaking another vehicle. All of this happens when the temperature is hot outside. Whenever there’s cool weather, this never happens. Any idea what’s the problem?
Question. So out of nowhere, my 2001 gti doesn't want to stay running, unless I give it gas. The immobilizer light won't stay on, and it does the same when I connected it to a new battery. In the 8 months I've owned it, I haven't had issues with the car dying. It also does have an aftermarket cold air intake. Any recommendations on what to try?
I should also mention I don't have a key fob with buttons, just the standard one.
nice job but i think it betterto use part of wood to open the pump cover
Even better to use the proper special tool lol
I wish you'd do a video on this... PLEASE!!!
ua-cam.com/video/hlwDwXlaIC4/v-deo.html
Great video.
Does the pump make an audible sound when i turn on the ignition?
Are those vampliers you used?
I have to run 8an fittings for a 460 gph pump. (8an fwd 6an back) I guess I have to make a custom metal cap plate. It's funny they suggest I run a surge tank and two Bosch 44. All because of the small fittings on the cap. I wonder what is the max flow of the stock pump assy....
(with an upgraded pump)
Great video!
Thank you
Great vedio 🔥🤙
Thanks master.
I have a 2005 Audi A4 2.0 FSI Turbo. I do not have any issues with its pickup or anything but checking fuel pump duty cycle it says it is 78% at idle and on throttle goes down to 70. I changed the fuel filter with no difference. I believe on the throttle the High-pressure pump sucks the fuel in reducing the PWM cycle. My diagnosis is the fuel pump is dying. Am I Correct?
Nice video !
thanks
Awesome man!
Thank you
Any tips on troubleshooting the level sender? I replaced my pump in my mk3 VR this spring with a new one and the gauge has been off ever since - reads 1/4 empty at full empty. Besides checking for sender clearance inside and the top arrow orientation on the plate, anything else I should look for?
You can measure the resistance of the sender, but I usually like to take the level sender out, and run it through the full range, and watch the gauge. You have to make sure you don't have power at the pump because you don't want a fuel mess.
Hi. What symptoms does the car present when the fuel pump in going bad ?! Is misfiring
Could be. Could be extended cranking when starting, noise from the pump, check engine light, poor acceleration
@@HumbleMechanic my 2009 Passat wagon has been giving me hard time since 2020 when engine light came off. No leak could be found so they recommended replacing the PCV which was done right rough idle got worse and misfiring in all cylinders. So we put back the old PCV which took care of the miss firing but the lean still their. For awhile nothing changed until faulty engine light went off. This time I replaced the manifold
And the throttle valve
The problem continued until we replaced the sparks plugs, no engine fault but lean still their and now fuel pressure is high. Pressure Sensor replaced and valves cleaned . Was good for a week them almost every code is activated
Dear Humble Mechanic; I have a 2007 Passat 2.0 t and today I learned about a kind of a charcoal filter and some valves in the way to the fuel tank, from the fuel filler opening.
When I fill the gas tank, Lately I been having some problem to re start the engine. The problem seems to disappear in subsequent starting . Only after filling the tank an once.
I came back to te VW shop, they connected the computer and try to find why the Engine Check indicator was on again! Now they tell me that I have to change that filter, because it will get eventually to the point of no Re starting the engine at all, and I will have to get the car towed for repair !
Does this story tell you something familiar with this malfunction?
Thank you for your consideration
How long did this job take? Also I have an extended crank and was wondering how likely would the problem be the in tank fuel pump?
Javier Gomez I had an extended crank and it was my coolant temp sensor.
Flool Plump
What degreaser do you use?
Humblemechanic... my bottem part that holds it down broke is they any way to just put metal wire to keep it in place or something?? Thanks!
Depends on how it’s broken. Tough to say with out seeing it
Why does my 2009 Audi S5 B8 have no hose for the return fuel line?
It’s returnless system.
Nice video keep it up videos like that
Is this a fuel filter and pump in one???
NICE VIDEO BRO !!! :)
Thank you
Why can't all modern vehicles come with such an easily accessible trap door like this?
Access plate in the trunk, right away you're off to a good start. GM could take a lesson from VW on that. I had to make my own access panels in 2 of my 3 GM vehicles. Third one will follow I'm sure. Why do I keep buying GM???
You like that punishment... same with many vw things.. As my Passat is getting the interior stripped and I contemplate pulling the headliner, but I don't want to because the A,B,C pillars have to be replaced
HumbleMechanic Oh snap!! I don't envy you. Replacing the entire interior on my Suburban isn't that difficult.
My 2007 Saab (technically GM at that point) is the same. Had to drop the tank to replace the level sensor. That wasn't an especially fun job.
On some of the newer VW models you have to drop the tank to access the pump, but mostly it's accessible from the top.
+panzerveps which models? The only one I’ve seen like that is Routan. But that doesn’t count.
Hello.. I got problem in my GTI.. About 2 days ago the small water pipe broke and throw the hot water .. I Waiting till car got dry and replace the pipe.. I put water in coolant and full it.. Put key in ignition turn on the temperature light is off and car not able to start.. I check the level of water again, turn on key and temperature light in dashboard still off :( would you help me.. And sorry for my english im from iraq.. Waiting for reply i feeling crazy :(
how simular would it be on a mk7 gti ?
+TheLowRiderS very similar but the pump lives under the back seat
On pickup trucks I have had over the years, you had to drop the tank. Two ratchet straps work great for getting a 35 gallon tank back in if working alone
Nice
You went from taking the fuel pump housing out to putting it back in never showing the fuel pump itself
I did a full rebuild on that same pump in a different video
Is it petrol or diesel fuel system?
Petrol
@@HumbleMechanic Thank you .Thats so nice of you
I just did the pump in my 1998 A8. Insert, rotate 90 degrees, lower while tilting and rotating, rotate the other way... wtf
+Martin Espinoza yep. Those can be a real pain. There is a special too to install the pump too. It doesn’t really help.
hi, my ring will not come off no matter what i do ???
Can you lube it
@@HumbleMechanic i will try...thx
I think you messed up the Title buddy ;)
Those pesky words like to jump out of the title sometimes... Thanks for the heads up. I fixed it. HAHAH My next video ~ "How to Hack write a UA-cam title" HAHAH
Gently opened.
With BFH LOL
On my MK 4 The Fuel Pump is all one unit thank God:
www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/fuel-pump/1j0919087s/
Made install a little easier it was tight getting it thru the gasket, used Vaseline did the trick.
Yea that does make it a little easier
Never put a petroleum based lubricant on a rubber seal unless you know for a fact it’s compatible. That will cause it to degrade faster and fail if you don’t know what you’re doing.
Always use a silicone based lubricant like a Parker o-ring lube.
Similarly brake Clean on plastic is a bad idea it will cause that plastic ring to crack if it’s not compatible.
Engineers spend a lot time testing and specifying what is and isn’t compatible with polymers for a reason.
Peter Matteson I believe petroleum products on rubber may make it swell, not degrade
you need to fix your title
fixed
Play that at 0.5x speed its so funny!
Good job Mister, i like your videos. Just subscribed! :)
Lol I bet it is.