Fuel pump location needed

2001 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
230,000 MILES • 1.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BRENDA BRIGGS
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Do I have to drop the gas tank to get to the fuel pump? on the car listed above (De Coupe)?
Sep 24, 2018 at 11:23 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.com.

The fuel pump is in the fuel tank. I believe the tank requires removal. However, under the rear seat, there is a large plug that can be removed. I believe it is only for the level sensor, but confirm that. It has been some time since I had one of these in my shop for repair.
Here is a link that shows general directions for pump replacement:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

Here is a link that shows how to check a fuel pump (if needed):
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Here are the specifications for pump pressure:


Curb idle, 38 PSI

Curb idle w/vacuum disconnected, 47 - 50 PSI


I have attached a picture of under the rear seat, where the plug is located. Also, I attached an exploded view of the tank and its components. It should help if the tank needs removed and as I mentioned, I feel confident it does.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
Sep 24, 2018 at 6:14 PM