Fuel Pump Replacement 01 Ford Escape 3L

In this video I'll be showing you how I replaced a fuel pump on an 01 Ford Escape 3.0L. The method I use in this video is not “by the book". Its a method I learned from some fellow technicians years back. Its a great improvisation for when you don't have the right tool for the job. However, special care needs to be taken when removing and installing the retaining nut. Make sure the nut was not damaged in the process of replacing the fuel pump. Also, be sure the nut is completely seated after installation. Make sure it does not leak. Fill up completely with fuel after repair and check for leaks around the fuel pump retaining nut. After you have check for leaks drive the vehicle making aggressive turns. Check for leaks again. Check for leaks through the access under rear seat.
Repair as needed. Note: Use the method shown for installing the fuel pump retaining nut at your own risk. The method shown is not the proper way to remove and install the retainer. You do run the risk of not sealing the fuel tank properly by doing it this way. This could result in a check engine light, fuel leaks and or fire. That being said this task can be done this way. It just takes someone with the mechanical aptitude to do it well without problems.

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Please note: Barbour's Auto Help makes no guarantee that by following the steps and information found in this video that you will make an accurate diagnosis or quality repair. This video is very superficial in nature and is only intended to assist you in diagnosing your vehicle.

!!!!WARNING!!!!

Repair your vehicle at your own risk. While this channel will always strive to give you the most accurate information regarding automotive repair it would be foolish to assume that by watching a 5-30 minute video you too will be able to repair your vehicle without any errors or risk to your safety or risk to others safety. Costly mistakes can and will happen. When performing automotive repairs there is a high risk of personal injury. There is also a high risk for EXTREME frustration. There is also a risk of damaging your vehicle. This channel assumes no responsibility or liability for any personal injury or property damage that may take place using the information found in this channels videos. It is absolutely imperative that you the viewer, and performer of said repairs, receive as much education concerning automotive repair and particularly the repair you are considering performing. While the videos featured on this channel do go into detail about particular repairs this channel does not claim that the information provided in said videos are 100% complete and accurate. YOU MUST HAVE A REPUTABLE REPAIR MANUAL FOR THE VEHICLE THAT YOU PLAN TO WORK ON THAT CONTAINS THE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO PROPERLY REPAIR SAID VEHICLE. Follow all repair procedures as outlined in your repair manual. Compare the information in your manual with the information in this channels videos. Follow your repair manual over this channels videos. Follow all safety instructions and warnings found in your manual. Also, read and follow the instructions for any piece of equipment, chemical, or tool that you may use in any repair. Also, check out the owners manual for the vehicle you are working on. There is a lot of good, important, and helpful information that can be found in it. Finally, above all, do everything you can to keep yourself safe. WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. WEAR IMPERMIABLE GLOVES. UNDERSTAND THE CHEMICALS YOU WILL BE EXPOSED TO AND GUARD YOURSELF FROM THEM.

Note: Even the most educated, seasoned, and talented technicians, or mechanics, are still subject to personal injury and property damage while performing automotive repair. I say again, use the information found in this channels videos at your own risk. Repair your vehicle at your own risk.

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