where is the fuel pump relay at?

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM
4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RIPPANTS8
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97 pontaic gran am gt where is the fuel pump relay at?
Aug 5, 2011 at 8:52 PM
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RASMATAZ
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The fuel pump relay is at right rear of engine compartment. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.



Jul 21, 2018 at 3:01 PM
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FRITOSAUTOMOTIVE
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Where is the fuel pump relay located at on this car? I just cannot seem to find it.
Thanks for the help.
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:22 PM (Merged)
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Here is a guide to help you test the relay and the location in the diagrams below:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:22 PM (Merged)
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BOOZERB87
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Where is the fuel pump relay on a 96 pontiac grand am? My fuel pump dont kick on when i turn the key on. Ive tried changing the fuel pump and that didnt work.
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:22 PM (Merged)
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Hello,

The fuel pump relay is located under the hood of the car. Here is a guide to help you test the relay to help you test it once you find it by the diagrams below:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Check out the diagrams (below)

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:22 PM (Merged)
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NATIA
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where is the fuel pump relay on a 96 grand am
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:23 PM (Merged)
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FLACO79407
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Where can i find the fuel pump realay to my 96 grand am gt?
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:23 PM (Merged)
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FAIRRACING31
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Under hood, passenger side, rear engine area, upper firewall corner, mounted in relay block.
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:23 PM (Merged)
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I was driving my car and it just quit running, i sprayed starting fluid in breather it started so i figured it to be a fuel issue, so i changed fuel filter, was no change still no start, so i had it towed to my house, once home i tried to start it again but this time i heard a chattering or clicking noise from under hood i traced it to a relay, well i figured possibly the pump was bad,, so i replaced the fuel pump, tried to start again same problem, no start and relay clicking constantly when key on, i can hear the fuel pump run run for a few seconds then the relay goes crazy, the clicking sound comes threw speakers when radio on and light by gear selector indicator blinking also, i read where i can jump or bypass the relay and make it run constantly so i did this and there was no change, when i did unplug the relay i heard a spraying like noise coming from the engine like air being sprayed up on top of motor where injector are located, when the key is on, but as soon as i plug relay back in the clicking noise comes back, thank you
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:24 PM (Merged)
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The computer energizes the fuel pump relay. Have you checked the wires between the two for short? Check the dark green/white if it has shorted to the pink wire.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fp_3.jpg

Oct 18, 2020 at 12:24 PM (Merged)
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I have a 93 grand am, trying to locate the fuel pump relay, I have 5 relays in a black box, which one is for the fuel pump?
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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Here is a guide and fuse and relay panel diagrams to help you check the fuel pump relay.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Check out the diagrams (Below)

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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COLDSTEEL9MM
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Ok I changed that one. I can hear the fuel pump turn on and prime, it's starts and runs for about 30 seconds and then dies. I have spark and fuel at the Schrader valve, changed plugs, plug wires and idle air sensor. Why won't my car stay running?
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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what is the fuel pressure??

Roy
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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COLDSTEEL9MM
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I can't get a gauge on the valve due to a metal bracket in the way. I know it's should be around 40 or so, if its lower when I get the gauge on it, it would be a bad pump?
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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that is correct

Here is a guide to help you see what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

Roy
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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COLDSTEEL9MM
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Gee thanks for the great news...just kidding. Thanks for your help
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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1991 pontiac grand am quad 4. runs fine as long as fuel is sprayed into throttle body. fuel pump relay clcks for start up prime. no power to connector at fuel pump. I cannot confirm wire colors for fuel pump to bypass circuitry to confirm fuel pump working. car sat for a while and was working fine. next time we tried to start it, no fuel.
thanks randy
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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You got 2 secs to check for power before the relay de-energizes. Power the gray wire at the fuel pump connector from the battery and see what happens
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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thank you so much. there were 4 wires, gray, purple, black w/ wht stripe and black solid. I will try it tomorrow. Thanks randy
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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AZTE136
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Does a 96-97 pontiac grand am 2.4 have a fuel pump relay?
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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Yes on relay bracket right front strut tower
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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AZTE136
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on the relay would it say fuel pump relay, silly question but i know i looked and i didnt see anything..
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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There are three look for one with 4 wires Darkgreen/white, Black/white, Gray, Pink
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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AZTE136
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thank u very much il go look at it right now!!
again thank yyou and happy holidays.
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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DOCFIXIT
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How did things work out?
Happy New Year
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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AZTE136
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It has the same problem no change its starts for 3 seconds and then turns off...i changed everything any basic thing that would cause that problem checked every fuse, changed the cranck chaft changed fuel pump fuel filter everything i could think off and i know its not the computer because it does start. so now i have no idea what to do..but thank you anyways forreal thank you and happy new years as well.
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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Does pump run ? is there fuel pressure? try this spray carb cleaner into throttle crank does it fire?
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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AZTE136
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yea it has good presure i checked the injectors and as well it get good fuel and i did that it ran for a secong loger when i srayed carb cleaner but still no luck i checked the head as well to see if there is a crack because those engines are know for that as well i checked to see if there was lost of presure, but everything was working right, i have no idea anymore i should just blow it up hahaha just kiding but yeah nothing but thank you forreal u have something i havent tryed hey anytime im open for ideas or tips.thank you and happy new years eve.
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)
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DOCFIXIT
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Maybe oil pressure switch see diagram if car is 12 pin put test light in TERM "G" crank will light once it starts see if light stays on
Oct 18, 2020 at 12:25 PM (Merged)