Replacing The Fuel Pump In A 2002 Mitsubishi Galant

If your 2002 Mitsubishi Galant is having trouble with its fuel pump, there are a few things you can try before replacing it. First, check if the fuses and relays are working. If they are, then you may need to clean or replace the fuel pump if your gas tank is not empty but your vehicle is not getting fuel. The process of replacing the fuel pump in a Mitsubishi Galant involves relieving the fuel system pressure, disconnecting the negative battery cable, removing the rear seat cushion, and taking out the access cover. Once the access cover is removed, you can unplug the fuel pump's electrical connection and disconnect the fuel send and return hose. After that, you can remove the retaining cap for the fuel pump and install a new one. Finally, you can complete the installation by reversing the removal procedure. The average cost for a Mitsubishi Galant fuel pump replacement is between $463 and $564, with labour costs estimated between $56 and $70, and parts priced between $407 and $494.

Disconnect the battery

Disconnecting the battery is the first step when replacing the fuel pump in a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. This is a crucial safety measure to reduce the chance of a fire when working on fuel pump issues.

To disconnect the battery, you will need to relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the negative battery cable with a socket wrench. This will ensure that the electrical circuit to the fuel pump is interrupted and there is no risk of sparks or electrical current causing an ignition.

It is important to note that working with the fuel system can be dangerous, and one should take all necessary precautions to prevent fires. If you are not experienced in auto repair, it is recommended to leave this task to a professional mechanic.

Remove rear seat cushion

To remove the rear seat cushion of a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, follow these steps:

First, relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the negative battery cable with a socket wrench. Next, pull out the seat stopper and lift the lower cushion. Now, you can remove the access cover.

Unplug the fuel pump's electrical connection and disconnect the fuel send and return hose. At this point, you will be able to remove the retaining cap for the fuel pump with tool MB991480 and then remove the fuel pump itself.

Unplug electrical connection

To unplug the electrical connection of the fuel pump in your 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, you will first need to relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the negative battery cable with a socket wrench. Next, take out the rear seat cushion by pulling out the seat stopper and lifting up the lower cushion. With the rear seat cushion removed, you can now access the fuel pump.

Unplug the electrical connection of the fuel pump. After this, you will need to disconnect the fuel send and return hose. Then, remove the retaining cap for the fuel pump using tool MB991480. Now, you can proceed to remove the fuel pump.

Disconnect fuel send and return hose

To disconnect the fuel send and return hose of your 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, you will first need to relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the negative battery cable with a socket wrench. Next, remove the rear seat cushion. To do this, pull the seat stopper out and lift up the lower cushion. Now, you can remove the access cover.

Unplug the fuel pump's electrical connection. To disconnect the fuel send and return hose, you will need tool MB991480. Remove the retaining cap for the fuel pump and then remove the fuel pump itself.

Now that you have exposed the fuel pump and disconnected its electrical connection, you can proceed to disconnect the fuel send and return hose. This will involve detaching the hose from the fuel pump and any mounting points that hold it in place. Ensure that you have a container ready to catch any fuel that may spill during this process. Once the hose is disconnected, you can proceed to install the new fuel pump, following the installation instructions provided with your specific replacement pump.

Remove retaining cap

To remove the retaining cap for the fuel pump in a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, you will need tool MB991480.

First, relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the negative battery cable with a socket wrench. Next, remove the rear seat cushion. To do this, pull the seat stopper out and lift up the lower cushion. Now, you can remove the access cover.

Unplug the fuel pump's electrical connection and disconnect the fuel send and return hose. You are now ready to remove the retaining cap for the fuel pump with tool MB991480.

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