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Ford Focus 2003 fuel pump

jimmyth · 2017-02-28 11:09:01

Car wouldn't start due to fuel pump, when I hit the fuel pump and turn the key it works, any got an idea how much this would cost?

28-02-2017 11:09am

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jimmyth

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Car wouldn't start due to fuel pump, when I hit the fuel pump and turn the key it works, any got an idea how much this would cost?

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#2 28-02-2017 4:40pm

biko

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It doesn't appear you will fix this yourself so I have moved it out from DIY to main forum for recommendations of mechanics.

What is your location?

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#3 28-02-2017 7:49pm

Hal1

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The fuel tank needs to be dropped and pump swapped out that way. The straps can be rusty and often cause problems trying to remove them from the tank.
I done this myself there a few months ago. I basically used a dremel tool to cut into the rear bench for access to top of the tank, and was able to remove the pump that way.

I got a pump from micks garage from about €60 and spent maybe 2 hours tool and cutting time. I'd expect a garage to charge around the €200 mark. It's definately not a diy job if your anyway doubtful about it.
There's a lot of pressure in the lines and fuel vapours to consider.

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