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How do you change out fuel pump on 1992 olds cutlass ciera?

1) Prepare your vehicle.

- Put on safety glasses and gloves.

- Engage the parking brake, and chock the wheels.

- Turn off the engine and allow it to cool completely.

- Disconnect the battery.

2) Locate the fuel pump.

- The fuel pump is located in the fuel tank.

- To access the fuel pump, you’ll need to remove the fuel tank.

3) Remove the fuel tank.

- To remove the fuel tank, disconnect all the cables that are attached to it.

- Use a wrench to loosen the bolts that secure the fuel tank to the frame of the car.

- Use a pry bar to lower the fuel tank.

4) Remove the fuel pump.

- The fuel pump is located in the fuel tank.

- To remove it you’ll need to use a wrench to disconnect the fuel line and the electrical wires that are connected to the pump.

- Use a screwdriver to remove the screws that secure the fuel pump to the tank.

- Lift the fuel pump out of the tank.

5) Install the new fuel pump.

- Place the new fuel pump into the fuel tank.

- Start the screws that secure the fuel pump to the tank.

- Connect the fuel line and electrical wires to the pump.

6) Replace the fuel tank.

- Use a pry bar to raise the fuel tank.

- Start the bolts that secure the fuel tank to the frame of the car.

- Connect all the cables that are attached to the fuel tank.

7) Test the fuel pump.

- Turn on the fuel pump and check for leaks.

- If there are no leaks, start the vehicle and check for any issues with the engine’s performance.