Emergency Fuel Pump Fix

Emergency fix that can get you home or to the shop. Good Luck. :)

[@dustin_42489]

I was taught this trick by my dad when i was a teenager but i love that you make these videos to help everyone who didnt have a dad that was mechanically inclined or a good teacher. And you make it very easy to understand. Great video! And man i died laughing with the whole analyzer number stick! All my vehicles have an analyzer number stick in it. It can help with this issue or a starter issue. Theyre great to have!

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@z0rak]

This is a great one Mr. Sanchez. Your description of the motor diagnosis is very easy to understand. Your personality is also great and makes it fun to watch 🙂

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

ThankyouThankyouYhankyou. Thank you for those positive words.

[@randallbartee9221]

Great

[@amandadunsford4466]

I'm a girl my upbringing I was in a garage but no one taught me anything your vide has been the most informative thank you

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

My goal is to keep helping people learn about their vehicles. Thank you for the view and that very nice comment.

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

Awesome 👏🏼 ! Thanks for sharing your knowledge !! I really enjoy learning from ya’ . I appreciate the technical / foundational concepts and the fun friendly humour . Seeing the parts inside of a motor is so helpful in understanding what is happening . Thanks again !

[@bentongoodloe3438]

Absolutely one of the best videos in quick fixing anything ever. Made stupid simple. Great job. New subscriber.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Awesome Comments. Thank you.

[@mr_poo_bear3031]

Your enthusiasm and expressive way of teaching is captivating. Thanks for the tip

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

You are Welcome and Thank you for the view and that cool comment.

[@tonyfernandez9384]

Thank you. Well explained

[@johnestaccato]

Excellent video sir! I've seen the "bang your gas tank" approach on many other videos but your emphasis on having the power to the pump on first makes all the difference as you demonstrated with the blower motor. It's one thing being an expert mechanic but teaching to others is another skill entirely and you have it all. I look forward to your other episodes - and I am probably older than you!

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you very much sir for that awesome comment and the view. I am so fortunate to be able to teach the knowledge that I have . I guess teaching for over forty years helps. Thank you again.

[@erinmeggik391]

Great video. I have a Dodge Caravan (over 160k) that has a "cold" 🥶 and this helpful video has put me on right track. 👍

[@rionbain2922]

I learned alot here in 5 mins than any where else... Great job

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Awesome. I'm glad I was some help. Thank you for the views and the comment.

[@andrewt9590]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the views and the positive comments. Thank you.

[@tjhulsey5837]

Fantastic video... Well done. I learned this one when I was working as a mechanic. A lot of people do not know about the brushes in electric motors. Best to keep a rubber mallet in the vehicle. I watch my millage on all major electronic components, i.e. Alternator and Starter, and change them at their Expected End of Service Life of 100,000 miles. Better to change before they fail, then when you are on vacation.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Awesome...! Thank you for your input information and thank you for the view and the comments.

[@ironman1518.]

EXCELLENT EXPLANATION!! THANK YOU!!

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@khaledmohy2778]

Really this is a great help. Thank you soo much

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

I am GLAD to help. And your Welcome.

[@christorres133]

Loved the video boss definitely learned a new trick

[@richardbitseff7603]

Much appreciated knowledge, Thank you !!!!!

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

You are welcome...and thank you for the comment.

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@garywanner7860]

Great tip, thank you!

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

You are Welcome and thank you for the comment and the view.

[@64maxpower]

I like this guy. I wish I lived near his shop

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@therileys7177]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@lanpanthet]

May God bless u and your family sir .. tq sir

[@mommabeardupri474]

Thanks for the help

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

You are very Welcome. Thank you for the comment.

[@THEGLASSMANSWORLD]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank You so much for that positive comment and thank you for the view.

[@miriamvivo4279]

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[@randolphscottseamons3684]

Just found your channel and enjoy the content. Thank you for your efforts and sharing your knowledge, know how and decades of experience. It's much appreciated and much needed. My high school Auto Tech teacher just passed away, George Wilcox. He's sorely missed. Your vast knowledge and ability to teach reminds me of him. Thank you. Also, you may or may not have an appreciation for Scotty Kilmer, I enjoy his content and his comic relief. We don't need another channel like his, and I'm not suggesting that. I like your style and your content, and look forward to more. I do wonder though if you should study his business model, and how it has brought him success. I believe your style and knowledge has a lot to offer, and could go far if done similar or perhaps even better? Just a thought

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Randolph, Thank you so much for that Awesome comment. I am flattered to be compared to your auto tech teacher George Wilcox. My first name is Jorge, which is Spanish for George. Yes I have been watching Scotty before I started my channel. I kind of study his style and shows. I hope one day to be at least half as successful as him. Thank you again for the comment and the views.

[@909freddy]

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[@Veritequiparles]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Muchas gracias por ese bonito comentario y la vista. Estoy de acuerdo, es difícil encontrar un mecánico que NO solo esté interesado en ganar tanto dinero con usted en lugar de ser honesto. Gracias de nuevo mi amigo de you tube.

[@markreynolds3850]

Interesting video, thanks for sharing this video.👍

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you too

[@timcline4517]

You remind me of my dad thank you for the video

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Awe....Thank you for the comment and the view.

[@kadakolasantosh8190]

Hello Sir. How r u there ? That was so nice. Thanks for the lil secret. U rock. Cheeers and a Thumbs up 👍

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

You are Welcome and thank you for that nice comment. Thank you.

[@ernietwill456]

That was perfect,it helped an it was entertaining.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for that positive comment and the view.

[@PreacherDan]

That’s cool!

[@Waxcandle60]

Thxs

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

You are Welcome and thank you for the view and the comment.

[@meyes4860]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@buffyporson1]

Also works for starter motors. Tap the starter with a wrench while your 'assistant' turns the key.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Yes...! You are very correct. It works for the same reason. Tapping on an electric DC motor shakes the brushes, they make the contact and it works . Thank you for the view and that extra information.

[@marioagustinvelasco3363]

Very useful trick. Thank you and godbless

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

You are Welcome and thank you for the view and that positive comment.

[@ekawpu1422]

that worked, thank you, thank you, thank you, now i can drive it to where i can change pump

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

That is so Awesome. I am very Glad that I was able to help you. Please stell your family and friends about my channel. Thank you for that Postive comment.

[@dan-oe7yw]

I have a pt cruiser with suspected fuel pump failure but that car has no fuel pump relay. How would you test in that situation? Thanks

[@raymondhelderman8906]

You great, reminds my of my grandma, except with a lot less dirty hokes

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you. Did You see my video on car jokes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/baqYfnqNmrF4ntU

[@arthurlunais]

You can also leave the ignition on so it can activate the fuel pump, correct? Thanks for the tip always great seeing all of your videos.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Turning the key on will "Prime" the fuel pump. That means the computer turns on the fuel pump on for about two seconds. Thank you for that nice comment.

[@stevecarlson6462]

@@theoldmecanicoshow9004 And so the jumper wire keeps the power on for the pump?

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

@@stevecarlson6462 Yes the jumper gives the pump power (+) and it already has ground (-) Thank you for the question.

[@stevecarlson6462]

@@theoldmecanicoshow9004 Thanks for the reply. I have a 1998 Chevy pickup so this could be very handy one day.

[@phillipamerson1672]

This cat reminds me of the old school guys I used to learn from!!

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the view and that cool comment.

[@only1luv]

You da man bud

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you very much for that positive comment.

[@biffteutsch3402]

So easy this gringo understands!!!!👍

[@rsr-in-socal1536]

Do you have any content on rebuilding a fuel pump? I have an 1989 Toyota pickup and a replacement OEM is hard to find.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Sorry, I do not. Is it electric ? Electric pumps are sealed and not meant to be dissembled for repair. You will have to use an after market pump. You should be able to buy one. Do not get the cheap one. Buy the most expensive one they have. Thank you for the view and the question.

[@drarenimohamed4049]

Useful useful

[@mohamedly5557]

Thanks sir

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Welcome

[@fisherbrown903]

Just like starter. If worn out, hit it for temperate fix

[@alexchavez972]

Wow!! I am glad there is still someone like You who can really tell us all how and what is going on. I work on cars, I have always known to hit the starter and the gas pump with a hammer or a stick when it’s not working, but I never even think about the mechanics and why. I thank you for your video. I am glad you took the time to explain. I can just see your experience. I never want to be young again…

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the view and that Awesome comment.

[@TonyMontana-xf8fr]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the views and the comment.

[@ryans413]

So your saying my pumps going out cause most the days the thing work other days it acts up stalls my car. Well it sucks but it’s gotta get done

[@holywells]

Nowadays not all DC motors have brushes. A lot of newer DC motors use brushless technology. They are designed to last a LONG time !!

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for that information. I know plenty of AC motors are brushless, bit I did not know the new stuff was using brushless. Thank you for the view.

[@miriamvivo4279]

Saludos

[@hazelpieterse853]

Want to knw what can be the problem car stalling will driving .change coil think is the fuelpump..sometimes is start sometimes not

[@Learningmane]

This man in awesome teacher

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for that Awesome comment and the view.

[@TexasWhipperSnapper]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank You very much and Thank you for the comment and the view.

[@joecesarano4301]

Do you know if there is a fuel pump reset switch/button, that must be activated after a slight bump like accident. That causes the fuel pump to disengage? Thanks in advance.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the view and the question. Ford motor company has been using a fuel cutoff switch call an "Inertia Switch". The idea is to turn off the fuel pump during a car crash. Hitting a bump on the road Should Not trigger the switch. Thank again.

[@martinypantoja5044]

good stuff old man mechanic.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you very much

[@mmtz4941]

Yo my sr have save me from calling a tow haha sweet

[@game_ender1]

I did that and it worked but here's my question, once it starts, how long till it shuts off? I'm trying to get my truck to my mechanic shop which is about 30 or 40 minutes away from my house. I know heat is not a friend of bad fuel pumps and as you kow, Texas heat is brutal.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the view and the question. The DC motor in the fuel pump will continue to work until you turn it off. I an Glad I was able to help.

[@TonyMontana-xf8fr]

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[@atlantasamedaydelivery1769]

Great survival tip and explanation of how to identify the areas to jump the circuit

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you and Good Luck on your survival skills.

[@terryhensley4020]

So how detrimental is having a clean fuel filter well duh i know it's better if it is but will having a dirty filter stop the pump from running at all?

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the view and the question. A dirty / restricted fuel filter will make the fuel pump work harder (more amps) More amps and the strain of working harder will shorten the life of the pump.

[@kylespeck3480]

Have a 2001 dodge ram 1500 fuel pump quit working is it as simple just to get it to the shop to smake the tank or do you have to have that relay jumped

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

It take two people to skip jumping the relay. One person hitting the tank while the other person turns the key to the on position(not crank). Leave the key on for 7 seconds then turn the key off for 5 seconds and repeat as needed. Break a Leg / Good Luck and Thank you for the view and the question.

[@kylespeck3480]

@@theoldmecanicoshow9004 thank you I'll try it

[@fisherbrown903]

So pro old machine

[@THESONRISESINTHEEAST]

I have this exact problem with my 96 ford ranger....been threw three fuel pumps and two sorry mechanics.....how do i actually fix this situation....

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

My email is [e-mail] If you email me I can give you my phone number so we can talk. I have too many questions to try and type pack and forth.

[@darkwhitedirewolf]

can save me a walk in the snow :)

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the comment.

[@THEGLASSMANSWORLD]

We tried this out and it doesn't crank over all the way. Almost. Or if we spray starter fluid in the intake it will rev up for a few seconds and cut out again. We guessing fuel pump isn't powerful enough to send enough fuel. It did turn on when we jumped it. Not sure what else it may be.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

What type of vehicle is it ? About half of the engines have a place to measure fuel pressure. This pressure point has a Schrader valve (like a tire stem) . You can use a small screwdriver to depress the Schrader to see if any fuel comes out. If it runs a few seconds on the spray, it is for sure it is fuel related. Thank you for the view and the question.

[@alan4sure]

A friends 2005 Murano starts when cold even -30c but after it warms up, drive for an hour or several, turn it off and then it won't fire. Have to let it sit for about an hour, then starts fine. Been putting up with it for years. Ideas?

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the view and the question. I wish I could tell you exactly what's wrong with it. For some reason I have a hunch it has to do with the ignition system. I will put a link in this reply so you can make and use a spark tester. All you have to do is, when the engine doesn't run you use the spark tester. Good luck to you and your friends. Thank you again. kzbin.info/www/bejne/onnUenV7lLufo8k

[@alan4sure]

@@theoldmecanicoshow9004 thanks, however....if it was spark, it should happen randomly even while driving. As in quit running. It should happen when trying to start at -30c. It never does. It has to be up at full temp to happen, and then only starts after sitting about an hour. Then starts no problem.🤔

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

@@alan4sure It should be easy enough to test and check it off the list. Check the spark when it doesn't run.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

@@alan4sure Both the ignition system and the fuel system can have intermittent failures. That means the problem comes and goes. The engine is the only part that is not intermittent. Once it has a problem, it does not go away. Thank you for the views and the questions. I appreciate it.

[@Its_Him_bra]

Can a bad fuel pump cause all electric power to go out

[@francisdsa6790]

Appreciate emergency first aid a mallet hammer in car save technician without tools 💐👌👍👍👍🙏

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you Thank you Thank you for all the comments and the views.

[@ModyTech]

why did u jumped the relay?

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

The Best way to overcome the # 1 reason DC motors fail, is worn electrical sliding "Brushes". Three things needed : positive voltage Now / negative voltage Now / Vibration. Thank you for the view and the question. Good Luck my You Tube Friend.

[@user-je7vz1fs2q]

I replaced the pump and relay. And the power going to the pump. All checks out but the pump still won’t turn on

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

I wish I could tell you exactly what is wrong with your vehicle. Every vehicle is different, real different. Wiring diagrams explain in detail the unique ways each vehicle is laid out. As different as they are, there is THREE THINGS IN COMMON. To make the pump work : 1. HOT/Positive (now) 2. Negative/GRD (now) 3. Good pump (now). I wish I could tell you which part you are missing. Give the year / make / model / engine size and I will check a diagram Thank you for the view and the question.

[@KYONA02]

What kind of wire

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Plain automotive wire. Multi-strand wire about 14 gauge. Even a paper clip will work.

[@sevenhundon993]

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank You.

[@trueKorvus]

Percussive Maintenance 101

[@davidg813]

How do you hit a fuel pump that's inside a 25 gallon gas tank

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Hello David. Banging on the bottom of the tank can cause enough vibration to get the pump to work. I have done it with successfully a 100 times. (probably 500 try's). I remember doing it in front of an audience (15 students) during a shop demonstration with success . That was the best times. Thank you for the view and the question.

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[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the Thumbs Up and the view.

[@kareno8634]

In "sequence"; Did you have Key in ON, position? going to say yes, but missed that part Past car, i heard Fuel Pump run with Key in On position, Car now will Not run Pump Until Key is turned to Start. But wil Do the 'Wack' on Tank with Love. thanks.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the question. I hope I can answer your question. It's called "Fuel Pump Priming". This is for most normal operating vehicle( not broken car) As so as the key is turned to the on position, the fuel pump should start to operate . AS the key is turned to the start position, the pump should say on. If you turn the key ONLY to the on position, average pumps should operate about 3-6 seconds. Every vehicle is different.

[@philliphubbard9576]

Hello just watched ur vedio on fuel pumps going bad well I have a 00 blazer I don't hear any noise from the pump she cranks but no start no spark eighteen please help

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the question. I want to help you. A few questions first: When was the last time it ran ? Did it just suddenly not start one day? Was it driving and then just turn off. No spark is almost always the crank sensor.

[@philliphubbard9576]

Well so happy u responded back correction on my part open the Gas door heard the pump running so my question is do u need a resistor on the yellow wired to kill that anti their system the security light is cutting the fire off I really think that

[@philliphubbard9576]

Forgot it ran like 6 months ago for like 30 mins brake pedal hard and made a backfiring nosiebefor it cranked over

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

@@philliphubbard9576 If the security light is blinking with the key in the on position, you have a problem with the security system. You will need more than an average code reader, because you need to read the Body codes. If the security light is on steady with the key on, you have an ignition problem. Your vehicle has an ignition module and a crank sensor that will cause no spark / no start. The module is EZ to replace (EZ to get to / cost about $50 / cheaper if you get on-line) The crank sensor is a bit more difficult to get to. Some of the auto parts stores can test your module. I would do that first. Good luck.

[@philliphubbard9576]

@@theoldmecanicoshow9004 well I just did the ignition bypass the light is out now and every time I put it to the on position it cranks but still no start so wit this mind what do I do from here do I buy another cps,and ignition module and does the map has to be put back in to fire up

[@Xray2j]

Where is all the missing footage? At 1:55 there’s missing footage? It happens throughout

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

WOW..You are correct. I was wondering if anybody would notice. We were still learning how to operate the camera and made several mistakes. Thank you for the view and the comment.

[@richceglinski7543]

My dad used that method on me if didn't work. Lol

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

That's funny. thank you for the view and the comment.

[@bobwa399]

So in summary..if its blown than hit it with something after tweaking in fuse box. But why? not explained.

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for the question and the view. Hitting the near the fuel pump shakes the contact brushes as shown on video at 1:15 time into the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rabVgHehlNOdo9E

[@raymondtroth1820]

I'll be

[@devonseabrooks10]

Anybody else's video skip a few parts? I feel like mine skipped one or two parts

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

You are correct. We were still learning how to operate the camera. The screen would go blank and we thought it stop recording. Any way... thank you for the comment and the view.

[@myfavorites1016]

your commical 😀

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

Thank you for that positive comment and the view.

[@southernsweetie]

I don't know where my fuel pump is to hit it LOL I drive a 2010 Ford sport trac does anyone here know where it's located I think about the gas tank and if that's the case well I'm screwed no pun intended 😅

[@theoldmecanicoshow9004]

The fuel pump is inside the fuel tank. The fuel tank should be close to where you put the gas in. You will probably have to lay on the ground to see and hit the tank. Good Luck.

[@themaximusone]

Lol reminds me of the film UHF the flying poodles lol badgers BADGERS we don't need no stinking badgers lol great vid guy thanks

[@brainwashed7244]

Old sometimes isn't wise!! lol