How do you remove a fuel pump from a 2002 Mercury Cougar?
How do you remove a fuel pump from a 2002 Mercury Cougar?
There is a access plug (about 8″ in diameter) located under the seat and the pump is located under there. Once there, disconnect the fuel lines by squeezing the retainers and pulling up (gently) and then turn the locking ring. This requires either the special tool, of a hammer and screwdriver.
Do you need to replace fuel pump in Mercury Cougar?
The Mercury Cougar fuel pump is electric so you should check its fuses and relays before inspecting the fuel pump. If your vehicle still has difficulty getting fuel and your tank has fuel, you may need to clean or replace the fuel pump. The Mercury Cougar’s variety of styles and trim levels can affect your choice of fuel pump.
How can I replace the fuel pump seal?
Remove the fuel pump’s electrical connector and the fuel lines. Remove the locking ring from the fuel pump with fuel tank sender wrench D84P-9275-A and take out the fuel pump. Discard the old O-ring seal. Install the new fuel pump using the items included in the kit and be sure to replace the O-ring seal.
What kind of engine does a Mercury Cougar have?
Models made from 1967 to 1970 were equipped with 289 cubic inch (ci), 302 ci, 351 ci, 390 ci, 427 ci and 428 ci engines. Models built from 1970 to 1973 used 351 ci and 429 ci engines.
The Mercury Cougar fuel pump is electric so you should check its fuses and relays before inspecting the fuel pump. If your vehicle still has difficulty getting fuel and your tank has fuel, you may need to clean or replace the fuel pump. The Mercury Cougar’s variety of styles and trim levels can affect your choice of fuel pump.
Remove the fuel pump’s electrical connector and the fuel lines. Remove the locking ring from the fuel pump with fuel tank sender wrench D84P-9275-A and take out the fuel pump. Discard the old O-ring seal. Install the new fuel pump using the items included in the kit and be sure to replace the O-ring seal.
Models made from 1967 to 1970 were equipped with 289 cubic inch (ci), 302 ci, 351 ci, 390 ci, 427 ci and 428 ci engines. Models built from 1970 to 1973 used 351 ci and 429 ci engines.
