fuel pump install??

blown XJ · #1 (**permalink**) 12-28-2007, 04:18 PM

do i have to drop the fuel tank to replace the fuel pump on a 1989 xj?? it looks like you can get it out with out dropping the tank. if this is possible the will be very nice and way less time consuming..

firemanharry · #2 (**permalink**) 12-28-2007, 06:47 PM

My 89 SJ has an access panel under the carpeting.

Perhaps the XJ has one as well?

If not, why not make one?

Dry suit diver · #3 (**permalink**) 12-29-2007, 09:50 AM

unfortunately you will need to drop the tank out. Haynes say so as does a friend of mine who used to be a technician at a dealership.

wouldn't fancy trying to cut a hole in the floor in the right place though, and would do it properly

skullfisher · #4 (**permalink**) 01-03-2008, 07:38 PM

yes, you don't need to drop the tank. just turn out the retainer ring and turn the pump sideways when pulling it out.

JEEPNXJ96 · #5 (**permalink**) 01-08-2008, 04:27 AM

skullfisher is right, you don't need to drop the tank or cut a hole in the floor. regardless of what haynes says the job can be done with it in the jeep. a lifted xj is easier(8'' of lift preferrable) you can literally sit on your but and do it. trust me been there done that x2