How to Replace a Powerstroke Fuel Pump
When Ford introduced the new body-style F-250 trucks, they soared in popularity, partially because of the super-powerful Powerstroke diesel engine. Routine maintenance for a diesel engine is different than a gasoline engine, and fuel delivery is even more important. If your fuel pump goes out, you need to get it fixed, and it's a fairly easy process.
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Things You'll Need
- Open-end wrench set
- Jack
- Jack stands
- Drain pan
- Replacement fuel pump
- 3/8-inch ratchet and socket set
Instructions
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Open the fuel filter and water separator drain valve with your hands so that the fuel system is depressurized. Make sure the drain pan is underneath the valve.
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Lift the front of the vehicle using the jack and support the truck on jack stands. Make sure the vehicle is secure before you crawl underneath it.
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Using your hands, disconnect the harness that runs to the fuel pump.
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Disconnect the retaining clip on the fuel line with your hands and remove the fuel line from the fuel pump.
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Disconnect the fuel delivery hose using the open-end wrench. Make sure the drain pan is handy here as well.
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Remove the brake lines from the bracket that secures the fuel pump using your hands. These are just clipped in place, so you can do it easily.
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Unbolt the pinch bolt that secures the fuel pump to the bracket using the 3/8-inch ratchet. Spread the mounting bracket apart and pull out the fuel pump.
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Install the new fuel pump in the reverse order of removal.
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