How To Replace 2005-2009 Ford Mustang Fuel Pump / Sending Unit

[@tayjones9114]

To put the locking ring back on is pure hell

[@tpowell2072]

Yup I’m currently stuck on it . I ran out of day light and gave up only had a hour lol

[@MichelleHarris24]

Awesome video! It is very detailed, and helpful - thank you! I was able to remove the old fuel pump, and install a new one because of this video. :)

[@jims162]

How did you make sure all the tabs locked in the back part of the locking ring? Can't seem to get them to all to engage at the same time.

[@MichelleHarris24]

@@jims162 A lot of patience! Lol First, I positioned the pump at a slight angle to allow all of the tabs to be above the top of the pump. Prior to doing this, I had not positioned the pump correctly in the tank. Thus, the pump was below some tabs in the front, and was above some tabs in the back, which did not allow the locking ring to fit under all of the tabs at once. Second, I held (and pushed down) a small stone on top of the pump to stop the pump from moving / popping up. Next, I positioned the locking ring on top of the pump, and made sure it was aligned with each tab. Lastly, I focused on one tab and used a flathead screw driver to slide the ring under the tab. I slid the ring about 1/4 of the way under the tab, checked the remaining tabs to make sure the ring was under them, then used the screw driver again to hit the ring clockwise until it locked in place. It definitely took some time, and there was a learning curve since this was my first time doing the install. But the install isn't too bad once you've learned about the nuances involved. I hope my explanation made sense. Also, I apologize for the late response! I didn't see the email notification about your question until now. I hope you are having a great week! :)

[@AbandonTheWest]

Thank you for the straight forward "how to". Confused myself for the moment when I thought I needed two pumps, one for each side, and only purchased one pump.

[@kurtwalton1201]

You only need to buy the pump for the right side correct? What’s on the left side?

[@AbandonTheWest]

@@kurtwalton1201 I only have one pump, on the left side.

[@kurtwalton1201]

@@AbandonTheWest okay yea I replaced my pump on Sunday. Everything went smooth except the locking ring was a PITA to get back on🙄

[@apprananpil]

the most replayed spot is at 3:22 because everyone (as well as I in this exact moment who had to go to youtube to see how someone did it) could not get that giant sucker into that little tight awkward wet hole followed by the float all while holding that fuel line. you must get the float in first at angle then put the rest in ,, thank you great video. cleared that right up. oh yeah its spring loaded, so you have to push it down to get that giant lock nut back on. (which feels like you might break it, but you wont)

[@SicKem]

Thank you for this video. I was judt told by someone who listened to the pump through the open fuel cap that it was bad, so thus will be my first replacement in trying to get the car repaired. The car isn't in terrible condition but so many parts on it need to be replaced that it's not able to run.

[@kickballjedi]

Putting the locking ring back on is quite tricky, the opposite side of whichever side you tap with screwdriver can pop up and over the notch it needs to go into. Check that every notch is locked. I popped mine on (easily or so I thought) but 2 notches in the back didn't lock- when I went to gas up gasoline poured out all over the place. 2009 Mustang Bullitt #5858. Very helpful video.

[@Pinhead_larry265]

Just did this install today and getting the locking ring on was pure torture the hardest part was getting the two back rings lined up and having to fight the spring-loaded pump didn't help either, thanks Ford.

[@gamerG23]

Interestingly enough you can’t create a spark from hitting the plastic handle of a screwdriver with any kind of hammer but great video man very informative and good views of what you’re doing 👌👌👍

[@MentalMan38]

Which is why he was referring to the sparking coming from the metal on metal contact of the flathead screwdriver on the locking bracket. If you hit too hard on that locking bracket and the screwdriver skips the surface of that metal, it could very well create a spark.

[@raulmartinez3484]

The rubber hammer is meant to minimize it from occurring. To be completely safe, it’s best to use a brass punch to do this because the brass punch won’t create any sparks.

[@jamesmarlowe2240]

Good video! I was shown to use a hammer and a brass drift to take the retaining ring off. Using the screwdriver and a hammer it could actually spark and cause an explosion. Use extreme caution ⚠️

[@raulmartinez3484]

Putting back the locking ring is a pain. The new gasket was too thick so I had to reuse the old gasket and had someone help push the locking ring down while I tapped it back in place.

[@abrahamibanez4364]

I replaced pcv sensor, maf sensor, pcv hoses, rebuilt engine! I’m now at O2 sensor 1, am about to change the rest! But after all that prior to changing the O2 sensors I got the fuel pump codes. Which should I start with?

[@Azulesojos]

Will you have to change the fuel pump if you're dealing with codes P0191, P0171 and P0174? I've changed the fuel rail pressure sensor to no avail.

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

PO191 is for the fuel rail pressure sensor. PO171 & PO174 are lean codes. Most likely not related to fuel pump.

[@jasonmejia675]

Hello, I'm replacing the jet pump which direction should the arrow point to? The front of the vehicle? Thanks for the video!

[@amroelmughrabi]

I'm struggling to put the locking ring back on

[@tpowell2072]

Same doin it now did you ever figure it out I need help lol

[@amroelmughrabi]

@tpowell2072 I drove it without the locking ring to a garage, gave them 6 dollars and they locked it, I did it two times now, but have to be careful as fuel will be everywhere while driving.

[@steveu235]

@@tpowell2072 make a tool a ring with 4 holes and a handle attached to it

[@dontedq]

Does this one come with the fuel pump inside already or do I need to transfer anything over or this one is just the float only in spot A

[@egmac100]

That locking ring was the tricky part of this job. I had to re-use the old O-ring as the new one was too hard to compress. Then, I filed the leading edge of each of the engagement points so it would catch properly. POS...thanks FORD.

[@ps4gaming233]

Same thing happen to me I put the new O-ring and it made it tricky because it wouldn’t go on the area under the metal part of the part of the seat but when I put the old O-ring it worked just fine thanks a lot!!

[@brianpreston2911]

I'm having an issue with the fuel gauge sticking. But no code. Is it the sending unit. 2014 mustang gt

[@berthaalonso9675]

I need help figuring out why the fuel pump that has been replaced with the new one is not working I have a 2008 Ford Mustang can you please let me know what could be the problem because two mechanics have tried and it only works for about 2 weeks and

[@syntheticsunset2061]

Very helpful and very descriptive thank you

[@robertknight4378]

Hey that was a great video enjoyed it if I have a problem with my fuel pump I'll know how to fix it thank you👍🐎

[@Alejandro-c3z2j]

I changed my fuel tank so be careful if you do the same yes the arrow points out to the side of the car but be aware there are 2 tabs underneath the fuel pump and 2 notches in the gas tank the tabs underneath the top of the fuel pump must lock into the notches of the gas tank the tabs are shaped line the letter "L"

[@Razgriz6464]

Ngl, well shoot that looks rather straightforward. The fuel pump in my manual 05 went out (not sure which one so I'll probably just replace both) so the car wont start at all. We ruled out the battery and air intake because the battery still had a charge and the intake was still pulling in air, it just wasn't getting any fuel.

[@julienson2]

How did that work out ? My 07 cranks but don’t start

[@Razgriz6464]

@@julienson2 It worked at first but now I'm having the same issue of it not starting. I'm trying to narrow it down to replacing the fuel filter and seeing if that fixes the issue. And if not, it might be a fuel pressure sensor causing the issue. I'm hoping its not a sensor cuz I don't really wanna drop $90 bucks on a new one. And if neither of the above things fixes the problem, then I have no fargin clue what's making it not start.

[@pootpoot1001]

@@Razgriz6464 how did you check the air intake?

[@dravyn_grimes_official]

Would this issue cause an udle surge in the vehicle?

[@macdavis757]

I have 2007 mustang v6 4.0 replaced the driver side and wanted to do the passenger side pump are they the same part I need to know before busting up knuckles trying to get that pump retention ring off 😂😂🤬🤬🤬please help

[@tayjones9114]

Why the fuck would a fuel pump be spring loaded

[@patrickGforce]

tank you it look very simple

[@amandacasey68]

No pun intended 😂

[@th3_king_469]

Hi I also have an ‘06 mustang V6 getting code P0193! & car is getting very low gas mileage and rough idle at times should I get the sensor just or the pricey fuel pump?

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

It’s a toss up. The ultimate goal is to fix the problem. Choose the option that will accomplish that goal the first time. It will save you money in the long run.

[@ezracarrizales23]

Did u ever fix ur car?

[@vladshcherbakov3112]

I had that code, it's a fuel pressure sensor. Easy fix, just needed to buy a part and a Torx screwdriver. HELL NO! YOU DO NOT NEED THE WHOLE FREAKING FUEL PUMP! Come here for fuel pump when you can't leave the parking lot. The fuel pressure sensor is just an emissions thing mostly, my car was running even with that dead.

[@dcgaming7249]

I replaced the sensor 3 years ago... should it be bad again? I'm thinking the furl pump is bad

[@julienson2]

I’m getting code P2198 & the car cranks but doesn’t start . Think i need to do the same procedure?

[@stevenlopez5832]

Can someone help. I have an 05' mustang V6 I just did a fuel pump replacement on with a deatschwerks dw300. Car starts and runs fine for a little while but for some reason after driving around for a little while it decides not to have fuel pressure anymore. I've had this issue before with another V6 using the same pump but I never figured out why that car had the same issue.

[@larrymora992]

The same thing happened to my 2006 v6 4.0. It runs for a good 10 miles and the stalls.

[@stevenlopez5832]

@@larrymora992 figured out it was just the deatschwerks pumps. They're garbage. Switched to a walbro pump no more issues.

[@loganrobertson9665]

what is the hose that connects to the thing with the green clip? we broke ours and need to replace it. the new green clip doesn't fit on the hose and we want to get the entire thing

[@Azulesojos]

For the life of me, I can't seem to get the locking ring back on. Please help

[@9kellers]

what exactly is the purpose of the fuel sending unit on the passenger side of the gas tank? I have already replaced the fuel pump but still having spratic fuel issues. I have a 2012 v6 mustang

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

For Mustangs with saddle bag tanks, the passenger right side tank has a Fuel Sender Unit. It picks up the fuel in the right side tank and sends it through a hose to the left side fuel tank. Here is a link to purchase one from Parts Geek. Double check to make sure it fits your Mustang’s year and trim. www.partsgeek.com/5dpq2cg-ford-mustang-fuel-tank-sender-assembly.html

[@loneranger5349]

To send the gas over from the pump side

[@kencampbell8324]

Martin, great video-easy to follow and understand. One question-I have an 07 Gt, 4.6L, and I have as much gas in the tank as I can get in there and it is registering about 2/3 a tank. First, I am guessing this is the sending unit malfunctioning, correct? Secondly, how do you know which side to change? Thanks! Ken

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

Use a code reader to determine which side is malfunctioning. Yes, the sending units have a float to determine how much gas in in each tank.

[@kencampbell8324]

@@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC Thanks Martin! I will get a code reader and make the determination.

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

@@kencampbell8324 you may have to go to a mechanic for them to use a more detailed industrial code reader. Most shops have code readers that have more functions than the small “over the counter” consumer readers available.

[@tracytedder5975]

was your gas gauge going from full To empty and back to Full again ? Mine just started doing that

[@CharlesBrown-jc6gb]

That's what ours is doing. is it the same problem, or in our gauge

[@tracytedder5975]

That's a good question

[@angelgonzalez9614]

The ring. Why no one shows the process? 😥 all channels are the same.

[@ivans4.098]

Did you figure it out I still need help

[@danielkohler3458]

because it's not very video friendly. I.e. it doesn't look pro trying to get that damn thing back on correctly

[@jercobienixon929]

I’m actually having a problem getting the ring and the seal back on.

[@tpowell2072]

Here for the same any help plssssss

[@Deathexia00]

This would be for the 2010 model too! Despite its face lift, mechanically it’s really the same as the 05-09

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

Yes

[@danielrevollo3278]

@@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC what about the 11 to 14?

[@briandouglas8744]

My car is having a p0193 code for bad fuel rail pressure sensor. Still runs good but its running at apparently 75psi according to the ob2 ready. Any help???

[@briandouglas8744]

Also it a 2009 mustang 4.0

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

I would replace the Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor in the engine. Here is our video on how to change the FRPS. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nF6beIyonsh2hrc

[@briandouglas8744]

@@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC any where I can get one that's reliable and cheap cause I haven't found a cheap one

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

@brian douglas - Walmart (online) is $13. Amazon is $22. Advance Auto parts is $66.

[@thereandbackagain2022]

Is there another unit on the other side. Does it need to be replaced

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

The mustang has two units. The one on the passenger side moves the gas to the tank on the driver side. The driver side sends to the engine.

[@dcgaming7249]

I cant push the pump in far enough to get the ring back on

[@luiznagata2051]

Thank you

[@nathannoble9741]

Steel on steel will create a spark. Use a piece of brass in the steel ring to avoid creating a spark... a dead blow mallet is good too. Do not use steel on steel anywhere

[@frankorellana4634]

Is the fuel pressure regulator built in the fuel pump for the 4.6 engines?

[@Potheadahh]

Yes if you still need the info

[@pumkinhead24]

So is the sending unit the same thing as the "fuel tank jet pump"?

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

The jet pump is on the passenger (right) side of the saddle-bag gas tanks in the mustang. The fuel pump sending unit is on the driver side.

[@priscillamendoza3685]

Does it have two fuel pump ?

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

Yes. One on each side of the back seat.

[@richardpatricio3502]

Do we have change both of the fuel pumps ?

[@9kellers]

Does the cross over pipe ever go bad? My car performs better when I have a quarter tank full compared to half. What could be the issue in the fuel tank? 2012 v6 mustang

[@tek9stylez]

I followed every step thank you, but when I went to the gas station to fill up it let out all the gas. I don’t mean leaked, I mean like gushed out. Any idea what I did wrong or what it could be?

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

The cap lock is very difficult to secure. If it came off, then the unit can pop-up and gas will come out of the unit.

[@tek9stylez]

@@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC thanks for your reply, upon inspection I noticed that the O ring had slipped off.

[@GlorifyGodInEverything]

I have an 08 gt mustang. Replaced the fuel pump due to delayed fuel pickup and delayed gauge readings. No check engine light on during any of my issues before or after. Runs out of gas before i'm actually out of gas. Saddle side is full and no pickup is happening from passenger side to the pump. Checked the pickup tube from passenger to driver side and it is not clogged, I ran air through the pipe and air is going through just fine. At first, car would read 0 miles left and die at half a tank, now it's running out at 3/4 full on the gauge where i'm only going through roughly 5 ish gallons or so. It's taken apart right now but I don't know if the sending unit on the passenger side has anything to do with fuel pickup from the saddle side, meaning I don't know if when the sending unit on the passenger side is bad, it cuts off fuel pickup from the passenger side. It seems the pump has a t split on the top to pull fuel from the passenger side, and the drivers side picks up from the bottom on the driver side. Any idea what it could be? No places around me have the sending unit for the saddle side in stock so i'm trying to figure it out without buying anything. And the notch was lined up perfectly and the pickup tube was attached properly after swapping in the new pump.

[@SalimRecio]

Bro, did you solve it?

[@SalimRecio]

I have exactly the same problem

[@GlorifyGodInEverything]

@@SalimRecio I can't lie to you, the car is still sitting in the driveway, i've just been using my truck because I use it for work. From everything that i've researched about it, it should be the fuel sending unit or an issue with the wires running to the tank which the tank would have to be dropped for. Most people have said that it is the fuel sending unit itself and some ford techs have also said this is a common issue with the fuel sending unit as well so I would suggest that before you decide to go all in ripping the tank out and tracking down your wires.

[@SalimRecio]

@@GlorifyGodInEverything thanks man, I think im going to replace the fuel sending unit, if it doesnt work I dont know what else can do, may be the ecu. Hope replacing the fsu works.

[@GlorifyGodInEverything]

@@SalimRecio yea good luck man! let me know how it goes.

[@jims162]

Everything going great until getting that locking ring back on...

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

Yep, the locking ring is difficult to put back into place.

[@radiknazmiev]

Why replacing the entire unit if u can replace strainer?

[@Ooops-e2n]

Your screwdrivers end is metal. The locking ring is metal. Better to use a solid brass punch to tap on/off locking ring. Brass is a non ferrous material and won't spark.

[@RobertYayo]

Where'd you get your unit from?

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

Amazon

[@RobertYayo]

@@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC the E2469M right

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

@Strom Berto - Yes - Items Ordered: 1 of: Gas Fuel Pump Module Assembly for 2006 2007 2008 2009 Ford Mustang V6 4.0L V8 4.6L SP2099M E2469M

[@RobertYayo]

@@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC just bought that one I say many videos about that one and how it fits perfectly I bought E2467M and it was taller and I couldn't run it because gas would surly leak out

[@nolajayy3851]

what fuel pump did you use off of amazon?

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

Here is a link to a 2005 Mustang fuel pump: amzn.to/3koIVj0 Here is a link to a 2006-2009 Mustang fuel pump: amzn.to/3OPMIDI

[@luisvladimiryeroramirez8873]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@Excalium]

2005 Mustang GT: I go to take off the tube, and the fuel comes spraying out, not just a bit.

[@jamisondiehl5817]

Same shit happened to me. Did you find out what happened?

[@Excalium]

@@jamisondiehl5817 If stopped after about 15-30 seconds. I think the pressure of the fuel in the line just sprays it out. But I’m not a car mechanic.

[@keithsherwood9727]

Ya sure I got news it's not easy to put that ring on it's nearly impossible so show how long it really took to put the ring on. Be aise 8f this . This is why people watch your vid to see if there's a easy way to install that ring it just does go in easy like you showed. Period no two ways about it

[@Blazerghost]

Yeah I’m trying to do mine currently, fkn nightmare

[@tpowell2072]

Any luck I’m doing mine now all done but the F N ring !

[@mikepuckett6885]

After replacing pump and filter car still won’t start, gas getting to fuel bar but not starting

[@BerkinParlakay]

make sure your fuel pump module is plugged in, try pressing the fuel pump reset button near the trunk latch in the drivers footwell, try a new starter, try a new battery

[@newfie-dean5803]

Info on fuel system here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/inKmh2qerLV6icU

[@lucasmontoya7195]

Don’t know if I’m trippin or not but I don’t think he put a Fuel filter in lol

[@newfie-dean5803]

The fuel filter is actually located underneath the car so you change that through access beneath the car.

[@steveu235]

not as easy as that must be the second time

[@joelramirez6167]

Gracias !!!! Me voy ahorrar unos dolares

[@9kellers]

Right side sending unit for 2012 v6 Mustang has a pump as well? When I climb, the right side makes noise. Left side driver side pump has been replaced already. Please help. Thank you.

[@MartinsUsedCarsCollectiblesLLC]

Yes. Mustangs have two tanks (also known as saddle bag tanks). The passenger right side tank has a Fuel Sender Unit. It picks up the fuel in the right side tank and sends it through a hose to the left side fuel tank. Here is a link to purchase one from Parts Geek. Double check to make sure it fits your Mustang’s year and trim. www.partsgeek.com/5dpq2cg-ford-mustang-fuel-tank-sender-assembly.html