How to Replace a Jaguar Fuel Pump

Most Jaguars are equipped with powerful engines--but if you are beginning to notice a lag when you depress the gas pedal or your Jaguar is sputtering when you're starting up or driving, you may have a clogged fuel pump. Luckily, changing a Jaguar pump filter is not difficult.

Things You'll Need

• Screwdrivers
• Pliers
• New fuel filter

Instructions

1. Crawl under the car near the rear bumper and locate the gas tank (large metal tub-looking protrusion). Find the gas line running from the end of the gas tank toward the front of the vehicle.

2. Follow the gas line until you locate a clear plastic apparatus, which is the fuel filter. Pry the filter from the fuel filter mount with a screwdriver, then use the pliers to pull the tubes off the ends of the fuel filter.

3. Pry the filter from the fuel filter mount with the screwdriver, then use the pliers to pull the tubes off the ends of the fuel filter.

4. Slide the gas lines onto the proper sides of the new fuel filter and then slide the filter back into the mount.

5. Start the car, turning the key to "Accessories On" for 3-5 seconds, and then turn the car the rest of the way on. This allows the fuel pump to prime the gas line prior to the engine's firing.

Tips & Warnings

• Stay away from sparks or flame as you change the filter, and always wear safety glasses to prevent a fuel splash to the eyes.

Resources

• Purchase Jaguar fuel filters here