How to Replace the Fuel Pump in a 1987 Nissan Maxima
The Nissan Maxima uses an electric fuel pump. If the fuel pump becomes damaged it can seriously affect the performance of the engine as the car will no longer be able to pump fuel effectively around the engine assembly. When this occurs you should look to replace the fuel pump. You can pick up a replacement fuel pump for your 1987 Nissan Maxima from an auto parts store.
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Instructions
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Pop the hood of the Maxima. Locate the battery and disconnect the negative terminal. This will allow you to work on the vehicle without risk of electric shock.
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Use a siphon kit to remove all of the fuel out of the tank. Use a wrench to remove the mounting bolts from the tank and carefully lower it out of the vehicle. Place the tank on a flat work surface.
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Unplug the fuel pump harness connector. You should be able to simply pull it out with your hand. If you are struggling to remove it, use a flat-head screwdriver to carefully pry it loose.
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Use a screwdriver to remove the screws holding the fuel pump access cover in place. Lift the cover off the fuel pump. Disconnect all of the hoses from the fuel pump. Place cloths on the floor to help prevent the leakage of excess fuel.
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Use a wrench to remove the bolts which attach the fuel pump to the fuel assembly. Lift the fuel pump out of the vehicle. Remove the O-ring from the fuel pump.
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Attach a new O-ring to the new fuel pump. Attach the fuel pump to the fuel tanks using the mounting bolts. The bolts torque should be between 1.4-1.9 lbs.
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Attach the fuel lines and electrical connectors by following the removal steps in reverse. Connect the battery terminals and turn on the engine to check that the fuel pump now works correctly.
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