I found the metal plate under the seat, disconnected the plastic wire connector, and removed the plate.
Under this plate is a very rusty looking ring with two fuel lines connected to it and four small circular wire connectors.
How do I remove the ring and pull out the fuel pump to change it?
Also, since the ring is so badly rusted, can it be replaced, can I get the replacement at the auto parts store?
Also, do I need to prime the fuel pump before reconnecting it back to the fuel tank?
Thanks, and sorry about all the questions, I have never done this before.How do I change the fuel pump on a 94 Ford Escort LX.?Sorry I would have answered this on your other question. You can go to autozone or checker. You might need a special tool to remove it. They have loan a tool. You put down a deposit and they give it back when you bring back the tool. So basically its free. You shouldnt have to prime the fuel pump. It will suck in gas pretty fast.
To be safe I would first call autozone and get your price. Then I would call the dealer. Ask for service. You will get to the service department. Tell them exactly what you are doing. Almost all dealers train their service people to answer any of your questions. Its good business. They will tell you exactly for free. They will also give you tips on how to make it easier.
First autozone (or whatever part store, just dont buy it from the dealer unless you are loaded) then call the dealer ask for service. Give them the same question you just wrote down. They will help you. If one place is busy or being jerks call another. But normally they will help.
As per the Haynes service manual. Great idea. But its a 94. They should have it at your local library. Its old enough. Just go to the library and copy the part you need or check it out.
Good Luck again.
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Okay im pretty sure this is your car. Its on the 94 board. This has the entire haynes manual at the top. Its 200+ pages. It will load if you right click you can zoom on the page. You can print the entire book if you want. But this should help you.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/413491/Ford-EsHow do I change the fuel pump on a 94 Ford Escort LX.?You don't as far as I know remove the ring , the ring is like a locking device you got to turn it by tapping it with a screwdriver and hammer or buy the special tool . It should turn and then it will come out of tank as an assembly. No you don't need to coat the pump but if your changing the pump you minus well be sure to change the tanks gas filter too. Plus be sure to clean those wire contacts and connectors making them nice and shiny.I highly recommend you buy a Haynes service manual for you car.How do I change the fuel pump on a 94 Ford Escort LX.?your doing fine. goto an auto store and steal a manual for your car.
