How to Replace an Audi Fuel Pump
Audi builds stylish cars that get good gas mileage and have plenty of amenities to boot. Audi automobiles come equipped with powerful engines that have a bit of zip when you mash the pedal, however, if you are beginning to notice a lag when you depress the gas pedal or your Audi is sputtering a little, you could have a bad fuel pump. Luckily, changing a fuel pump is a relatively straightforward task and can be accomplished by anyone in very little time.
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
Instructions
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Disconnect the negative battery cable with the socket wrenches and crawl under the car near the rear bumper to locate the gas tank. Find the gas line running from the front of the gas tank toward the front of the car and disconnect it with the pliers and screwdriver.
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Use the socket wrenches to remove the mounting bolts on the straps securing the tank to the bottom of the car. Place the jack beneath the tank and lower it down slowly.
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Use the screwdriver to remove the screws in the fuel pump mount on top of the gas tank, then use the pliers to pull the tubes off of the ends of the fuel pump.
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Slide the gas lines onto the proper fittings of the new fuel pump, slide the pump back into the mount, and then tighten down the mounting screws with the screwdriver.
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Raise the tank back up into the mounting straps and resecure the bolts. Slide the gas line back onto the gas tank and start the car up to make sure the pump is connected properly.
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Tips & Warnings
Turn the key to "Accessories On" for three to five seconds prior to starting the car, allowing the pump to prime the gas line.
Be extremely careful when working with fuel tanks and fuel lines as the gas is very volatile and could ignite from any small spark. Make sure to disconnect the negative battery cable prior to beginning this project.
