OEM 2008 Ford Focus Fuel Pump

2008 Ford Focus Fuel Pump Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the fuel gauge sender and fuel pump module on 2008 Ford Focus?

  A: The initial step to fix the fuel gauge sender and fuel pump module consists of taking out the fuel tank. Keep all smoking devices and all open flames away from fuel components because the system contains highly flammable mixtures at all times. People should minimize the usage of personal electronic devices because they represent fire hazards. The user must first relieve fuel system pressure before removing any components because the system stays under high pressure even when the engine is turned off. Remove all foreign particles located between the fuel pump module connections and around the couplings and between flange surfaces and their surrounding areas. Disconnect both fuel return and fuel supply tubes from their couplings that link to the fuel pump module through quick connect assemblies. A suitable lock ring remover tool enables counterclockwise rotation of the lock ring to remove it. The float arm requires gentle handling of the fuel pump module while you should drain residual fuel into an appropriate container. Lift the plastic fuel pump cover and remove the module by releasing its retaining clips before dipping it from the fuel tank. You need to check both mating surfaces between the fuel pump module flange and the fuel tank O-ring seal contact area but do not adjust or polish these components. The fuel tank should receive a new O-ring seal or fuel pump module when the fuel pump seal contact surface presents bending or scratching or evidence of corrosion. Using clean engine oil apply it to the new O-ring seal while replacing the damaged original O-ring seal with the disposal. The completion of the installation requires reversing the removal steps while making sure that the new O-ring seal seats correctly.