Love how he bought a brand new fuel pump assembly just to show us what it looked like for 2 seconds of the video. If thats not dedication, I dont know what is. Keep making quality content!
Im sure they let him borrow it for the video. They(Autozone) will loan most anything. Just bring it back and that is to a person without a reputation. Chris Fix is the BEST
Samantha And The Volume I agree ☝️ most parts store around this guy know what he does and will eat the cost because it promotes the store, not discrediting your comment by any means, just input from a ex-mechanic who makes more money selling parts than I did installing them due to the crappy shop pay 👌
Samantha And The Volume - Autozone rules. So does Napa. In my town there’s an O’Reilley, a Knechts, an Autozone, and a Napa within blocks of each other all on the same blvd. Plus a Fred Meyer, and a Target & Wal Mart - not to mention a half dozen tire & alignment shops. It’s car-part heaven :)
He didn't buy it. He doesn't buy anything. It's either given to him in exchange for free advertising or he gets sponsored. With that many subscribers, you get everything for free.
Worthy of mention, DO NOT use any electric drills or drivers when working on fuel tanks, hand tools only! I know that's how you did it, but it needs said too. Great vids.
Advice: While you have the gas tank dropped, take a second and check your filler neck gasket/grommet. On most Mustangs in the 1994-2004 range, you have to drop the gas tank to change that gasket. Save yourself the time and check/replace it while you're doing the pump. That way you don't have to drop the gas tank a second time like I had to. The grommet is located at the base of the filler neck. It's a rubber donut on the side of the gas tank. Driving around with a failed filler neck grommet will prevent you from getting any more than half a tank of gas; the rest will spill out. You will literally dump fuel out of your tank when you take a hard left turn. If you choose to replace it, make sure get the right one. The grommets are separated by year ranges: 1981-1997, 1998, and 1999-2004. You read that right. The grommet for 1998 Mustangs is exclusive to only 1998 Mustangs. It will not fit a 1999 nor a 1997. Thanks for the video, Chris. Got a cheap 1998 Mustang from a friend. It wouldn't start and had sat for 3 years. A few hours and a new fuel pump later, it started right up.
I wish I had read this when I was doing work on my car. Although it is a 1977 LTD, it does have one of those filler neck grommets. I had to get a new gas tank for the car, but it didn't come with one of those grommets and I thought it would be fine. As soon as I filled it up to the top, it starting leaking. I probably lost $30 of gas just because of that. Now i'm gonna have to drop the tank again pretty soon.. :(
Wow I wish I hand read this years ago. I had a 96 Gt and gas spilled out with hard left turns and it took MONTHS TO DIAGNOSE…. I later on figured it out hahaha. Good tip bro!
Hey Chris, my fuel pump went bad on my 2002 Ford Fusion. At minimum it would have cost me £250 to get a new one fitted at a garage however with your video, I was able to service the pump myself barely spending more than £30. Absolute legend mate, thanks for the guidance
You’re a great teacher, Chris. Even though my 97 Malibu is slightly different, you gave me some good pointers, like marking the mileage on the filter, and the pre-tests. Long story short, I couldn’t change my filter because the disconnect was bent inside, so I cut the fuel line thinking I could repair it - I was wrong. Dropping the tank like you did was way easier than trying to heat & fix the line, only for it to leak tragically. The good news is that a fuel filter change quote was $60, but a new pump assembly with all new fuel lines cost $100 - so all in all it was only a $40 mistake, plus the old pump works fine and while it’s out I’ll have the time to learn how to make a new fuel line & have a spare fuel pump ready to go if I need it. The experience of changing the pump is worth even more, and in many ways. Thanks, Chris!
ChrisFix - Thanks Chris, My car’s back on the road. I considered cutting a hatch while the tank was down but decided against it. If anything goes wrong, I’d prefer any leaking fuel and fumes to remain outside of the car. This was a brutal job, and I did it in the cold, but I did it right & it’s done. Suggestion for Christmas this year: a professional pneumatic factory hose clamp plier tool. Best tool I ever owned. Removed the vapor canister and made the whole job easier. Replaced a burst coolant hose last summer in minutes flat. Great tool.
Amazing that they never make the fuel pump opening big enough to take the fuel pump out without having to wiggle it and smash everything along the way for it to come out. Just an extra inch would solve all that problem.
I love this honest, ethical advise from his conscience; I've been deceived by MANY MECHANICS for big bucks. May God Bless these honest good people. ChrisFix ROCKS.
Your videos are literally the best car repair videos I have ever seen, let alone on RUclips. Thank you for your concise info, your pleasant and positive demeanor, and your excellent quality filming. You have my sub. And my heart.
Way back when I was a little kid some guy rear-ended us because he was too busy looking at road works instead of the actual road when we had to stop because of a parked work vehicle. The only visual damage I remember was a broken rear bumper (again, that was like 18 years ago) and the car wouldn't start afterwards (Ford Mondeo/Contour). Fun fact: The guy that rear-ended us was an insurance broker working for the same insurance company that we had our car insured at ^^
That happened when I was doing computer repairs all the time. Or "it only took an hour to fix, so I only have to pay what I think is worth an hour" ... when it could have taken 5.
I wonder if there are awards for videos that are really competent, well put together, helpful and complete. Because you certainly deserve recognition for your how-to work Chris. Nicely done.
Thanks a lot! I do my best to make it so that if you have never seen a fuel pump but you think it might be your problem, you can replace the fuel pump and fix your car!
Hi 2001 buick lesabre 3.8 past few day's it was hard to start now today i can't get it to turn over. Checked mini fuel pump fuse''good'', fuel pump priming 2yrs old, didn't check the fuel pump relay, changed fuel filter yesterday it was horrible seems like after i changed it i can't start it now.
ChrisFix hey chris, i have recently replaced my fuel pump to a new oem unit for my miata07. Somehow sometimes, my cranking delayed for a few secs before the engine starts. Have also replaced my spark plugs, oem air filter and tested my battery/starter all good. Prior to changing the fuel pump, this issue happened too. What could be the problem? 🤔
Just changed my fuel pump on my Mazda protege , I did this in 1.5 hours since my bolts were stripped . But I finished at 11:45 pm and have school at 7:30 am . Thanks Chris . Now I can get to school 🙂
You should be awarded a PhD in automotive repair. This is Absolutely the BEST, most impressive car repair instruction video on youtube. Can I adopt you?
1999-2004 Mustangs have the fuel relay inside the CCRM. So check the fuse for the CCRM also! It is located in the engine bay fuse box labelled: F.14 (CCRM) 20AMP. The CCRM lives behind the passenger side fender. It's a small box with the fuel relay inside of it. You might be able to put your ear to the fender and listen for a click. A click doesn't mean it works ok, a click just means it receiving and handing the 12 volts OK. A true test would be a resistance test on the other two pins on the relay Hope it helps others! Great video! I watched it back in 2016, now im watching it again as my pump went out 4 years later haha!
I think you just saved my 2003 Mustang!!! Thank you for your easy to follow videos. I have been doing all the work on my cars, just got my 1987 Celica running after 4 years sitting.
Thank you Chris, it's been a very tough road. My husband had a massive stroke in 2011and it left him paralyzed on his left side. I have learned so much from you and videos on RUclips, and I have been able to take care of the household, cars, and yard for 8 years now. Thank you again for what you're doing!!!
Hey dude just wanted to thank you! With your videos I changed out my fuel tank, fuel filter and replaced my rusted out fuel neck nozzle on my 01 Mustang GT!! All for about $110. You do great work and have been watching for over 2 years!
Hey ChrisFix I've recently started watching your videos and I absolutely love how simple you make it sound. I have a 2001 Ford Thunderbird sitting in my garage it just stopped running one day and it's been sitting for a few years. You have inspired me to take a crack at it I'm going to continue researching your videos before I hand it over to a mechanic to waste over a grand for a new engine.
chrisfix you are the man, and the camera work was excellent ,your work was clearly seen and this gives the viewers confidence that they can follow your steps and perform the same task with success.
You make everything seem so simple and it makes me feel silly for always being scared that I'm gonna scree something up beyond repair. Thanks for sharing. I'm really new to all this and I'm learning more from your vids than anyone I've ever talked to.
As someone who is looking for a mustang around this model year range to have a project car, thank you for the work you put into these videos. You make it seem so simple and break it down in a way that anyone can understand. Keep up the good work!
Over all this was a great video and you showed a couple of troubleshooting tips I didn't know about. There were also a couple of problems with this video. 1st, Never lift a fuel tank with just a floor jack. I learned this lesson the hard way. Just like a transmission, the fuel tank can be damaged when using a regular floor jack. Either use a piece of plywood or a transmission jack. I dropped my tank on an old GMC Sierra to replace my fuel pump using a floor jack. After that I was replacing the pump every 3-6 months. I also started having weird fuel supply issues. ~$1,200 later I found out why. Many fuel tanks have baffles spot welded inside the tank. Lifting the tank with a floor jack bowed the tank sufficiently to break one or more welds. After that, the motion of the gasoline broke whatever remained of the welds and then the baffle was constantly hammering away at the fuel pump. There is no way to safely and legally weld a fuel tank. It has to be replaced. I was fortunate to get a good used one for about $100. 2nd, always check the tank seal. If the seal is not good then you will not reach and/or maintain proper fuel pressure. This becomes a serious issue if you live in a state with strict emission control laws.
I replace the fuel pump today in my daughter's 1999 Mustang! Thanks for the very informative video. Although, I think the fuel float is stuck. Dammit! Guess I'll pull it apart again.
Chris, I just want to say thank you! I turn wrenches for a living but not on automobiles. Watched all you videos and this one just help me out today, I just changed my first fuel pump and with your knowledge I knocked it out with no issues. So again thank you and maybe create some more electrical videos, cooling fans and such...
+ChrisFix good works chris , why you not done cleaning of fuel Tank i think it's important to remove dust from the tank and helpful to make long life of fuel pump.
Chris Fix is easily one the best RUclips channels, I feel like this is really the type of content meant for RUclips, definitely earned the 7 million subscribers 🤙
My mustang got rear ended two days ago & this video might have saved its life. Chris sincerely thank you for all that you do!!!! Without you my mustang would still have been having trouble to start. THANK YOU
Another great video Chris! NB Miata owners be aware the relay under dash just above gas pedal (green in color) doesnt switch on until key is in START position so won’t hear pump humming until then! Just replaced mine today
One recommendation when checking fuel pressure its nice to just lay the gauge on the windshield. My 93 vette had a similar problem with the fuel lines and it always helped to be able to watch while also listening.
Chris we have learnt so many things from you. We really appreciate your efforts. This is one of the few videos where you replace the actual fuel pump as most videos just show changing the entire assembly. For the price sensitive DIYer or small garage this is a very critical thing to know that you can change just the fuel pump motor and save some money if it is only the pump that has failed.
As a beginner, I have learned a lot so far and have become confident. Thanks a lot Chris. I can't wait for you to start teaching about tires (beading, etc.).
I had to do this project on an old Saturn a few months back. Great video. One more diagnostic thing you can do, if your pump isn't running but you're getting power, is get under the car and smack the bottom of the tank with a hammer. Sometimes this gets the pump to run for a bit. My Saturn didn't have a hole in the floor for the fuel pump, and everyone was telling me to cut a hole in the floor to change it - I say that's a bad idea. The tank is so absurdly easy to remove, cutting a hole in the floor would be MORE work in many cases. Lastly, in the case of my car, there was a rubber hose about 10" long that attached the tank to the filler tube, and it was easier to remove that rubber tube than it would have been to remove the entire filler tube. Whatever the case, as Chris says, don't be intimidated, look at how your car goes together, and get it done.
you know what's funny... I'm a new subscriber, I've watched at least 15 Chris Fix's videos now, but I don't work on my own car, I don't even have a car, I ride a motorbike everyday :D maybe I just love his videos...
First off, thanks for subbing! Next, thanks for the support! It is awesome that you enjoy the videos! I feel like even if you drive a motorbike, you are a gear-head which is probably why you enjoy the videos!
+ChrisFix yes I'm, even though I prefer riding a motorcycle, my mom has 2 cars, so watching your videos also means I'm learning, right? I'm planning to get a car in the future as well, so your how to buy used car videos literally help me out :)
+ChrisFix also I think you're the nicest youtuber out there, I mean you have more than one million subs, and you still reply to people's comments, that's a rare thing to see these days :D
My grandma was driving my grandpas old truck when one day it sputtered and died with quarter of a tank of gas and wouldn’t start. It sat there for 8 years in the driveway because she didn’t have the money to get it fixed. I decided to take the truck as a project, replaced the 10 year old battery, and sure enough it wouldn’t start. I bought a fuel pump for $100 and went to work dropping the tank. Only to realize the tank was bone dry. I filled up the tank and she coughed a little bit then bam. Started right back up. And that’s a story on how my grandpas truck sat dormant for 8 years because it ran out of gas. Don’t always trust your gauges especially on older vehicles.
Same man. I'll probably never try any of this shit on my own for several reasons ; fear, lack of tools, no time, fear, etc. But dammit have I learned how to diagnose a car through ChrisFix's videos...at least Ill know what's wrong and not get ripped off with a mechanic. The most I'll do is oil changes and air filter changes... The rest causes me panic attacks. I need a mechanic friend so badly.
I say try it! What happens if you mess up? You mess up and take it to a mechanic for whatever you did in the first part.. never be afraid to try! Push yourself! Good luck! plp-l
I seriously LOVE watching you ChrisFix! I swear that "like" button doesn't do you justice. You should have your very own "love" button lol. Oh and Congrats on 1M subscribers! Keep up the phenomenal work :)
Rewatching some older videos for nostalgia.. just certified as a master tech and I owe most of it to you for giving me what I needed to get into this field.
Those actually aren't "quick disconnect" fittings. They're quick connect fittings. Disconnecting them takes significantly more work than connecting them. They're meant for quick assembly at the factory. With the right tools, they take less time than threaded fittings but sometimes dirt and road crud can get up in there and cause all kinds of hell.
I used to be in the habit of calling them that, until I had a real troublesome one on an early 90's Ford. They're the kind of thing that can take a fun and cheap preventative maintenance item job into a torturous hell that you regret embarking on :) Anyway, enjoyed the video and thanks for being thorough in testing the other possibilities rather than throwing a pump on it and hoping.
i can't believe I am gaining all this knowledge for free. Thank you Chris. i don't know if anyone realized or its the procedure. he disconnected the power supply to the fuel pump then he checked the pressure. He checked the pressure while the power supply to the fuel pump was disconnected
Did your analytics show you that people leave the video once you say the job is done haha? I bet that's why you said watch until the end ;) I almost left until I saw that message, it worked!
Your videos are gold. So on point with great details. So my Mustang died on me, and no pressure in gas pedal at all. Started but died right off. Quick google search gave me options of fuel pump or MAFS failure. Your video confirmed that it wasn't a fuel pump because mine hummed. So next I was to check the MAFS. You can't believe what I found in my MAFS tube, big WD40 bottle 😱😱😱. Rest assured, after removing the bottle, the car started right away. I got my waterpump changed 2 weeks ago in a shop A. I don't see how they would have left that under the engine filter cover, since the waterpump change would not require removing that cover, but who knows. And prior that the car was in a shop B where it was maintained (filters, spark plugs etc) 7-8 months ago. At the time they did leave a tool under my hood and I had to go back, since the called looking for a tool and that for sure I was never returning to that shop B. So thinking that it's more likely that they left that bottle there too. What would be the chances that I get left items under my cars hood 2 times out of 2 visits in different car shops. But could that bottle really be sitting there so long without causing any problems!? Crazy...
hey chris, you forgot to mention to add gas before people attempt to start up the fuel pump. jsut saying and yes I know its common sense to put gas back in but I bet most people would forget
Loved the Video Mate, I had a broad smile when the Car started, The moment of truth was awesome :) Your Videos are very informational, I barely had any idea of the car parts and their functions after watching your video, I feel great :)
ChrisFix 2001 Mazda 626 that replaced the fuel pump but the car is a v6 and I put the fuel pump that was from a v4 engine and plus it was 2000 mazda and the car starts but shouts off I wonder do I have to buy the same exact fuel pump or what
Dude just wanted to say thanks for the time and effort you put in your videos I've been stumbling onto your page for years when I'm trouble shooting and your videos always helpful and are put together well. Thanks.
My Uncle Had Pumped Diesel That Needs Regular Gas On His Black 2008 Sonata He Took It To The Shop And It Was Very Expensive To Repair He Told Me To Help Him Repair But You Actually Taught It I Wanted To Show Him He Speak Spanish It's Crazy How You Know Thank Goodness I Really Enjoy:D
It's probably been mentioned already, but it's a good idea to check for leaks after you've let the pump prime a few times, but BEFORE you actually start the engine for the first time. This especially applies if a car has been sitting without fuel pressure for while.
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Love how he bought a brand new fuel pump assembly just to show us what it looked like for 2 seconds of the video. If thats not dedication, I dont know what is. Keep making quality content!
Im sure they let him borrow it for the video. They(Autozone) will loan most anything. Just bring it back and that is to a person without a reputation. Chris Fix is the BEST
Samantha And The Volume I agree ☝️ most parts store around this guy know what he does and will eat the cost because it promotes the store, not discrediting your comment by any means, just input from a ex-mechanic who makes more money selling parts than I did installing them due to the crappy shop pay 👌
Samantha And The Volume - Autozone rules. So does Napa. In my town there’s an O’Reilley, a Knechts, an Autozone, and a Napa within blocks of each other all on the same blvd. Plus a Fred Meyer, and a Target & Wal Mart - not to mention a half dozen tire & alignment shops. It’s car-part heaven :)
He didn't buy it. He doesn't buy anything. It's either given to him in exchange for free advertising or he gets sponsored. With that many subscribers, you get everything for free.
bro he just bought it after finding out what was wrong 😂
You sir are single-handedly helping us roll smoothly across the USA in our '85 Dodge van and keep making our cinematic/philosophical vanlife channel!
Awesomeeeee!!!!
Worthy of mention, DO NOT use any electric drills or drivers when working on fuel tanks, hand tools only! I know that's how you did it, but it needs said too. Great vids.
Thanks for the extra tips!
Is it so you dont blow your car up?
@@sahibdipsandhu yes then we can use flex tape to repair the car
Why...?
@@RzVids spark from elec drill+vapors=kablooey
Advice: While you have the gas tank dropped, take a second and check your filler neck gasket/grommet. On most Mustangs in the 1994-2004 range, you have to drop the gas tank to change that gasket. Save yourself the time and check/replace it while you're doing the pump. That way you don't have to drop the gas tank a second time like I had to. The grommet is located at the base of the filler neck. It's a rubber donut on the side of the gas tank.
Driving around with a failed filler neck grommet will prevent you from getting any more than half a tank of gas; the rest will spill out. You will literally dump fuel out of your tank when you take a hard left turn. If you choose to replace it, make sure get the right one. The grommets are separated by year ranges: 1981-1997, 1998, and 1999-2004. You read that right. The grommet for 1998 Mustangs is exclusive to only 1998 Mustangs. It will not fit a 1999 nor a 1997.
Thanks for the video, Chris. Got a cheap 1998 Mustang from a friend. It wouldn't start and had sat for 3 years. A few hours and a new fuel pump later, it started right up.
I wish I had read this when I was doing work on my car. Although it is a 1977 LTD, it does have one of those filler neck grommets. I had to get a new gas tank for the car, but it didn't come with one of those grommets and I thought it would be fine. As soon as I filled it up to the top, it starting leaking. I probably lost $30 of gas just because of that. Now i'm gonna have to drop the tank again pretty soon.. :(
WHY IS YOUR COMMENT SO LONG!?!?!?!?!?!?!?
@@maxwellclark2744Because it contains a lot of words....and information. WHY ARE YOU YELLING?!?!?!?!?
Wow I wish I hand read this years ago. I had a 96 Gt and gas spilled out with hard left turns and it took MONTHS TO DIAGNOSE…. I later on figured it out hahaha. Good tip bro!
@@natedawg455that mofo above has a short attention span that's why.
I learn more on RUclips than I ever did in school.
same here!
IT's because this is interesting and your actually paying attention.
IForgotHisName lol ur so true😂😂
toben42 so true
it would sad if youtube suddenly charge fee for educational video. Thumb up
Hey Chris, my fuel pump went bad on my 2002 Ford Fusion. At minimum it would have cost me £250 to get a new one fitted at a garage however with your video, I was able to service the pump myself barely spending more than £30. Absolute legend mate, thanks for the guidance
But.. there's no such thing as a 2002 Ford Fusion.
There is in the EU.
@@darthdarthbinkss yes there is
@@Mr1diego1 Ohhhh. Thought it would have had a different name
Darth Darth Binks I believe it’s called the Mondeo
You have no idea how much I'm learning from you man. thank you so much!
yeah he does he is the one teaching you bro
This one individual Chrisfix does more work than entire corporations and education institutions combined.
Yaron Hutten i am going into a car mechanic i think i can almost skip the first semester seeing this guy as already teached me
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LIL PUMP
You’re a great teacher, Chris. Even though my 97 Malibu is slightly different, you gave me some good pointers, like marking the mileage on the filter, and the pre-tests.
Long story short, I couldn’t change my filter because the disconnect was bent inside, so I cut the fuel line thinking I could repair it - I was wrong.
Dropping the tank like you did was way easier than trying to heat & fix the line, only for it to leak tragically.
The good news is that a fuel filter change quote was $60, but a new pump assembly with all new fuel lines cost $100 - so all in all it was only a $40 mistake, plus the old pump works fine and while it’s out I’ll have the time to learn how to make a new fuel line & have a spare fuel pump ready to go if I need it.
The experience of changing the pump is worth even more, and in many ways.
Thanks, Chris!
Awesome! I'm glad the whole process went well!
ChrisFix - Thanks Chris, My car’s back on the road. I considered cutting a hatch while the tank was down but decided against it. If anything goes wrong, I’d prefer any leaking fuel and fumes to remain outside of the car.
This was a brutal job, and I did it in the cold, but I did it right & it’s done.
Suggestion for Christmas this year: a professional pneumatic factory hose clamp plier tool. Best tool I ever owned. Removed the vapor canister and made the whole job easier. Replaced a burst coolant hose last summer in minutes flat. Great tool.
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Amazing that they never make the fuel pump opening big enough to take the fuel pump out without having to wiggle it and smash everything along the way for it to come out. Just an extra inch would solve all that problem.
I love this honest, ethical advise from his conscience; I've been deceived by MANY MECHANICS for big bucks. May God Bless these honest good people. ChrisFix ROCKS.
True
He's a real doctor of cars!!
The Computer Guy IKR?
The car is a cat
I'm pretty sure that at this point I am addicted to watching your vids I have watched every vid like 4 times
I'm glad you like them!
Yeah bro same here, absolute gentleman and Legend 🤙
nice name
Same lol you never know when you have to work on something and Chris gives you the confidence too do it lol
Your videos are literally the best car repair videos I have ever seen, let alone on RUclips. Thank you for your concise info, your pleasant and positive demeanor, and your excellent quality filming. You have my sub. And my heart.
Welcome aboard! Thanks a lot!
@@chrisfix is the best youtuber
Nice job MR.Cris special with the explanation and camera angle 🤟
Impressed by your diagnosis and surprised by the tech involved in a gas tank. Keep it up!!!
+Junaid Nk thanks!
+ChrisFix how come your video wasn't in my sub box?
He did in an older video.
easy, if you don't hear the pump it's either bad or not getting voltage. now flow and psi are a different story
+Paul Metcalf which one?
I never knew about the inertia switch, I learn something every time I watch his videos.
Same!! This guy helps me out every time!!
It's only on Ford Vehicles.
jay MO oh really, do other manufacturers have different ways of cutting fuel in a accident?
Way back when I was a little kid some guy rear-ended us because he was too busy looking at road works instead of the actual road when we had to stop because of a parked work vehicle. The only visual damage I remember was a broken rear bumper (again, that was like 18 years ago) and the car wouldn't start afterwards (Ford Mondeo/Contour).
Fun fact: The guy that rear-ended us was an insurance broker working for the same insurance company that we had our car insured at ^^
You've just missed the opportunity to look super pro in his eyes >.
to be honest i just watch your videos dor entertainment and just to see your talent on cars
haha.. same here.. waiting for his drift car to be ready
if you do something that you like.. you will learn anything. cause you love it... if you do it just for money, everything change!
sammeee
Yea i have none of these problems but i watch these videos anyway just to learn more. Very good teacher
He doesn't show mistakes doe.
I work at CAT as a technician, and your troubleshooting process has helped me understand diagnosing heavy equipment as well.
that's pretty cool
*Chrisfix starts the car*
Owner: Give my car back
No
Hi is going to do super car from that
@@motorkings1725 tf
Great video. Thx
That happened when I was doing computer repairs all the time.
Or "it only took an hour to fix, so I only have to pay what I think is worth an hour" ... when it could have taken 5.
I wonder if there are awards for videos that are really competent, well put together, helpful and complete. Because you certainly deserve recognition for your how-to work Chris. Nicely done.
Thanks a lot! I do my best to make it so that if you have never seen a fuel pump but you think it might be your problem, you can replace the fuel pump and fix your car!
You don't miss a thing, great job.
+Sam Raja I do my best to be thorough!
Hi 2001 buick lesabre 3.8 past few day's it was hard to start now today i can't get it to turn over. Checked mini fuel pump fuse''good'', fuel pump priming 2yrs old, didn't check the fuel pump relay, changed fuel filter yesterday it was horrible seems like after i changed it i can't start it now.
ChrisFix hey chris, i have recently replaced my fuel pump to a new oem unit for my miata07. Somehow sometimes, my cranking delayed for a few secs before the engine starts. Have also replaced my spark plugs, oem air filter and tested my battery/starter all good. Prior to changing the fuel pump, this issue happened too. What could be the problem? 🤔
Anthony Tan You have any engine codes???
I think you forgot to warn us to refill the gas tank before testing the new fuel pump haha
Just changed my fuel pump on my Mazda protege , I did this in 1.5 hours since my bolts were stripped . But I finished at 11:45 pm and have school at 7:30 am . Thanks Chris . Now I can get to school 🙂
Making things look easy while explaining every step is a skill most people don't have. Awesome video.
You should be awarded a PhD in automotive repair. This is Absolutely the BEST, most impressive car repair instruction video on youtube. Can I adopt you?
He has parents....
is it me...or did any one get excited to see it start.... nice!!!....great job
Just you
i got excited also. nothing beats a v8 engine sound
Was great!
i did as well I have been waiting
I was all like " AHA YEAAA "
1999-2004 Mustangs have the fuel relay inside the CCRM. So check the fuse for the CCRM also! It is located in the engine bay fuse box labelled: F.14 (CCRM) 20AMP. The CCRM lives behind the passenger side fender. It's a small box with the fuel relay inside of it. You might be able to put your ear to the fender and listen for a click. A click doesn't mean it works ok, a click just means it receiving and handing the 12 volts OK. A true test would be a resistance test on the other two pins on the relay
Hope it helps others! Great video! I watched it back in 2016, now im watching it again as my pump went out 4 years later haha!
I think you just saved my 2003 Mustang!!! Thank you for your easy to follow videos. I have been doing all the work on my cars, just got my 1987 Celica running after 4 years sitting.
Nice work!
Thank you Chris, it's been a very tough road. My husband had a massive stroke in 2011and it left him paralyzed on his left side. I have learned so much from you and videos on RUclips, and I have been able to take care of the household, cars, and yard for 8 years now. Thank you again for what you're doing!!!
Every time I watch one of your videos, my self confidence advances a notch!
Hey dude just wanted to thank you! With your videos I changed out my fuel tank, fuel filter and replaced my rusted out fuel neck nozzle on my 01 Mustang GT!! All for about $110. You do great work and have been watching for over 2 years!
Hey ChrisFix I've recently started watching your videos and I absolutely love how simple you make it sound. I have a 2001 Ford Thunderbird sitting in my garage it just stopped running one day and it's been sitting for a few years. You have inspired me to take a crack at it I'm going to continue researching your videos before I hand it over to a mechanic to waste over a grand for a new engine.
Did you find out what the problem was?
Lol I smiled when she started... Was pretty pumped. Good video Chris, like always!
Ha... No punt intended!
+John Smith alliteration
+John Smith 😄 i love punts
+oJMCo puns*
Puns* thanks lol
chrisfix you are the man, and the camera work was excellent ,your work was clearly seen and this gives the viewers confidence that they can follow your steps and perform the same task with success.
Thanks
You make everything seem so simple and it makes me feel silly for always being scared that I'm gonna scree something up beyond repair. Thanks for sharing. I'm really new to all this and I'm learning more from your vids than anyone I've ever talked to.
I'm glad you're learning a lot!
As someone who is looking for a mustang around this model year range to have a project car, thank you for the work you put into these videos. You make it seem so simple and break it down in a way that anyone can understand. Keep up the good work!
Over all this was a great video and you showed a couple of troubleshooting tips I didn't know about. There were also a couple of problems with this video. 1st, Never lift a fuel tank with just a floor jack. I learned this lesson the hard way. Just like a transmission, the fuel tank can be damaged when using a regular floor jack. Either use a piece of plywood or a transmission jack. I dropped my tank on an old GMC Sierra to replace my fuel pump using a floor jack. After that I was replacing the pump every 3-6 months. I also started having weird fuel supply issues. ~$1,200 later I found out why. Many fuel tanks have baffles spot welded inside the tank. Lifting the tank with a floor jack bowed the tank sufficiently to break one or more welds. After that, the motion of the gasoline broke whatever remained of the welds and then the baffle was constantly hammering away at the fuel pump. There is no way to safely and legally weld a fuel tank. It has to be replaced. I was fortunate to get a good used one for about $100. 2nd, always check the tank seal. If the seal is not good then you will not reach and/or maintain proper fuel pressure. This becomes a serious issue if you live in a state with strict emission control laws.
I replace the fuel pump today in my daughter's 1999 Mustang! Thanks for the very informative video. Although, I think the fuel float is stuck. Dammit! Guess I'll pull it apart again.
Bless your soul your vid gave me the confidence to replace my own pump rather than pay a mechanic $630 to do this simple repair
Chris, I just want to say thank you! I turn wrenches for a living but not on automobiles. Watched all you videos and this one just help me out today, I just changed my first fuel pump and with your knowledge I knocked it out with no issues. So again thank you and maybe create some more electrical videos, cooling fans and such...
I would consider it an honor if Chris were to get his hands on one of my vehicles, because I know it would be in good hands.
+Viper Jay 5 thanks man :)
+ChrisFix will you add body kit and new rims i hope you do
Its ChrisFix not Allstate lol
+ChrisFix good works chris , why you not done cleaning of fuel Tank i think it's important to remove dust from the tank and helpful to make long life of fuel pump.
You need a video on how you flipped to the right page in the owner's manual 🤣
My Name 1:10, I noticed that too. Hmmmmm
holy shit. I didn't even realize how flawless he did that
@@Architeckt
Well , then why do you think he takes a month to upload a video.
Atarv Hegde TRUE DAT
Yeah that was smooth
Chris, you are great at explaining and showing how to fix a car the right way.
Great job. Love your shows.
Chris Fix is easily one the best RUclips channels, I feel like this is really the type of content meant for RUclips, definitely earned the 7 million subscribers 🤙
I was gonna sell my car cause of the mechanical cost but bro you really help I’m gonna try to do this
The dad of cars in RUclips 🔥
Chris is better than uti
Alex Hopkins urinary track infection?
Trever Wiebenga that was my first guess
Universal Technical Institute lol.
Definitely better than Expert Village
Chris fix is better than detail king, chemical guys, and Adams polishes
My mustang got rear ended two days ago & this video might have saved its life. Chris sincerely thank you for all that you do!!!! Without you my mustang would still have been having trouble to start. THANK YOU
Another great video Chris! NB Miata owners be aware the relay under dash just above gas pedal (green in color) doesnt switch on until key is in START position so won’t hear pump humming until then! Just replaced mine today
crowd control, thats a good one
I know right 😂😂
+MuhammadTheCarGuy GG
Mustangs LOVE crowds
+MuhammadTheCarGuy Holy shit! Calm down with the roast bro!
+MuhammadTheCarGuy ima mohamed to u good
You make me feel like I could do this myself so easily, while I would never think about dropping a fuel tank myself!
7 years later and he's still liking comments that's just amazing! Love your videos!
He said "junk in the trunk"
rbeck3200tb40 😂😂
Aiden Huang your not supposed to say 1 year ago
2 months ago
One recommendation when checking fuel pressure its nice to just lay the gauge on the windshield. My 93 vette had a similar problem with the fuel lines and it always helped to be able to watch while also listening.
4:33 Parts
7:55 Assembly Disconnect
9:00 Pump Replacement
11:15 Fuel filter
Chris we have learnt so many things from you. We really appreciate your efforts. This is one of the few videos where you replace the actual fuel pump as most videos just show changing the entire assembly. For the price sensitive DIYer or small garage this is a very critical thing to know that you can change just the fuel pump motor and save some money if it is only the pump that has failed.
I bet if the owner sees this video, he will be regretting why he donated the car
Nah, if you donating mustangs...you alright in life.
Unless he enjoys it.
Duh Chris is the owner dumbo
Chris is owner
lol!
As a beginner, I have learned a lot so far and have become confident. Thanks a lot Chris. I can't wait for you to start teaching about tires (beading, etc.).
I cant be the only one who got happy when the engine started
I was definitely pretty excited! haha
I had to do this project on an old Saturn a few months back. Great video. One more diagnostic thing you can do, if your pump isn't running but you're getting power, is get under the car and smack the bottom of the tank with a hammer. Sometimes this gets the pump to run for a bit.
My Saturn didn't have a hole in the floor for the fuel pump, and everyone was telling me to cut a hole in the floor to change it - I say that's a bad idea. The tank is so absurdly easy to remove, cutting a hole in the floor would be MORE work in many cases. Lastly, in the case of my car, there was a rubber hose about 10" long that attached the tank to the filler tube, and it was easier to remove that rubber tube than it would have been to remove the entire filler tube. Whatever the case, as Chris says, don't be intimidated, look at how your car goes together, and get it done.
1:10 HOW THE HELL?!?!?😂😂
I didnt even notice that
@@SianaTonga notice what? I cant seem to see it lol
@@dmpsix7417 He flipped to the exact page he was talking about
lol about fuel tanks?
Yeah, that was pretty slick!
congrats on the one million subscribers
I know I'm late but it's ok
You could never be late on the congrats! Thanks a lot Jose!!! I really appreciate the support!
you know what's funny... I'm a new subscriber, I've watched at least 15 Chris Fix's videos now, but I don't work on my own car, I don't even have a car, I ride a motorbike everyday :D
maybe I just love his videos...
+TheDeerDude haha yes, I just love watching a car treated by good hands, lol
First off, thanks for subbing! Next, thanks for the support! It is awesome that you enjoy the videos! I feel like even if you drive a motorbike, you are a gear-head which is probably why you enjoy the videos!
+ChrisFix yes I'm, even though I prefer riding a motorcycle, my mom has 2 cars, so watching your videos also means I'm learning, right? I'm planning to get a car in the future as well, so your how to buy used car videos literally help me out :)
+ChrisFix also I think you're the nicest youtuber out there, I mean you have more than one million subs, and you still reply to people's comments, that's a rare thing to see these days :D
Way better instruction video than the others I’ve watched. Nice Chris!👊
My grandma was driving my grandpas old truck when one day it sputtered and died with quarter of a tank of gas and wouldn’t start. It sat there for 8 years in the driveway because she didn’t have the money to get it fixed. I decided to take the truck as a project, replaced the 10 year old battery, and sure enough it wouldn’t start. I bought a fuel pump for $100 and went to work dropping the tank. Only to realize the tank was bone dry. I filled up the tank and she coughed a little bit then bam. Started right back up. And that’s a story on how my grandpas truck sat dormant for 8 years because it ran out of gas. Don’t always trust your gauges especially on older vehicles.
8:02 chill dude
Jeez
It is with the magic of editing
God im actually learning shit on youtube holy fuck
Nice, huh?
+Austin Lucas I know right
Same man. I'll probably never try any of this shit on my own for several reasons ; fear, lack of tools, no time, fear, etc. But dammit have I learned how to diagnose a car through ChrisFix's videos...at least Ill know what's wrong and not get ripped off with a mechanic. The most I'll do is oil changes and air filter changes... The rest causes me panic attacks. I need a mechanic friend so badly.
I say try it! What happens if you mess up? You mess up and take it to a mechanic for whatever you did in the first part.. never be afraid to try! Push yourself! Good luck! plp-l
Ikr
One of the most concise videos I've seen yet. You cut straight to the point. Well done.
I seriously LOVE watching you ChrisFix! I swear that "like" button doesn't do you justice. You should have your very own "love" button lol. Oh and Congrats on 1M subscribers! Keep up the phenomenal work :)
lol he's more enthusiastic in his newer videos than his older
i would be too if I picked up a cheap mustang for what seemed like an easy fix.
fuel pumps in the tanks are daunting though
1:12 Chris is so slick he basically opens the book to the right chapter lol
Rewatching some older videos for nostalgia.. just certified as a master tech and I owe most of it to you for giving me what I needed to get into this field.
Doesn't matter how many of His videos i watch, his opening reminds me of Borat every time. YASHIMASH!
Those actually aren't "quick disconnect" fittings. They're quick connect fittings. Disconnecting them takes significantly more work than connecting them. They're meant for quick assembly at the factory. With the right tools, they take less time than threaded fittings but sometimes dirt and road crud can get up in there and cause all kinds of hell.
+Nate Rowe thanks for sharing Nate! That's a good point lol. I've always called the quick disconnect just because I'm always disconnecting them haha
I used to be in the habit of calling them that, until I had a real troublesome one on an early 90's Ford. They're the kind of thing that can take a fun and cheap preventative maintenance item job into a torturous hell that you regret embarking on :) Anyway, enjoyed the video and thanks for being thorough in testing the other possibilities rather than throwing a pump on it and hoping.
U should do one that has to do wit head gasket.... I like all ur videos man. Mustang foe life!!!!
Great idea!
i can't believe I am gaining all this knowledge for free. Thank you Chris.
i don't know if anyone realized or its the procedure. he disconnected the power supply to the fuel pump then he checked the pressure.
He checked the pressure while the power supply to the fuel pump was disconnected
Thanks! And I reconnected to film that shot
dude you are awesome I love watching your videos
+Hooman st thanks a lot man
Did your analytics show you that people leave the video once you say the job is done haha? I bet that's why you said watch until the end ;) I almost left until I saw that message, it worked!
+ChrisFix congratulations on 1 million
I've been waiting so long!!! Thanks Chris!
same....
now for next week :(
***** the wait goes on....
I wish it was this easy in my Camaro. Have to remove the exhaust, the driveshaft and lower the sub-frame just to drop the gas tank :/
Sorry
That sucks.
EJ Winn Huge GM fail right there.
Whatever
About as bad engineering as Nissans newer design for their spark plugs lol
Your videos are gold. So on point with great details. So my Mustang died on me, and no pressure in gas pedal at all. Started but died right off. Quick google search gave me options of fuel pump or MAFS failure. Your video confirmed that it wasn't a fuel pump because mine hummed. So next I was to check the MAFS. You can't believe what I found in my MAFS tube, big WD40 bottle 😱😱😱. Rest assured, after removing the bottle, the car started right away. I got my waterpump changed 2 weeks ago in a shop A. I don't see how they would have left that under the engine filter cover, since the waterpump change would not require removing that cover, but who knows. And prior that the car was in a shop B where it was maintained (filters, spark plugs etc) 7-8 months ago. At the time they did leave a tool under my hood and I had to go back, since the called looking for a tool and that for sure I was never returning to that shop B. So thinking that it's more likely that they left that bottle there too. What would be the chances that I get left items under my cars hood 2 times out of 2 visits in different car shops. But could that bottle really be sitting there so long without causing any problems!? Crazy...
Wow I just noticed, congratulations for reaching a million subs Chris!! (I'm one)
+Victor Pho thanks and thanks for the support!!!
I'm one too
Same here
Woooo one mill
+ChrisFix your golden play button should arrive soon!!
hey chris, you forgot to mention to add gas before people attempt to start up the fuel pump. jsut saying and yes I know its common sense to put gas back in but I bet most people would forget
Loved the Video Mate, I had a broad smile when the Car started, The moment of truth was awesome :) Your Videos are very informational, I barely had any idea of the car parts and their functions after watching your video, I feel great :)
Thanks a lot man!
ChrisFix 2001 Mazda 626 that replaced the fuel pump but the car is a v6 and I put the fuel pump that was from a v4 engine and plus it was 2000 mazda and the car starts but shouts off I wonder do I have to buy the same exact fuel pump or what
Dude just wanted to say thanks for the time and effort you put in your videos I've been stumbling onto your page for years when I'm trouble shooting and your videos always helpful and are put together well. Thanks.
I'm glad the videos are helpful! Thanks!
the previous owner will cry if he saw this video....
why? these mustangs are worthless.
+David Serrano because, if it wasn't for him, Chris wouldn't have made a video about the car.
+David Serrano Wrong kiddo
hentai nat I think Wang implied that the original owner would cry because the fix was easy.
+Jared P wrong? dude this is the most undesirable mustang ever. it's slow and ugly. even the fox bodies are more desirable.
I you're going to fix this car one part every week this is going to take a while..
+JustIn sert (Theowner428) this was a video on replacing the fuel pump
ChrisFix I know and I liked it ;)
But the project just seems to go a little slow
+JustIn sert (Theowner428) yup its like a video uploaded every two weeks
the videos are going up slow but in reality hes always working on the car?
+ChastBlind Every Week, He Got Behind Because Of The Meet-Up
I swapped my ignition fuse and now my 05 starts again. Look for fuses that are clearly blown
Great tip!
My Uncle Had Pumped Diesel That Needs Regular Gas On His Black 2008 Sonata He Took It To The Shop And It Was Very Expensive To Repair He Told Me To Help Him Repair But You Actually Taught It I Wanted To Show Him He Speak Spanish It's Crazy How You Know Thank Goodness I Really Enjoy:D
You are the Master of CARS🤔🤗
The car is too quiet! Needs to be louder!
Soon!
My recommendation (if your open to one of course!) is Borla. I have never heard of an unhappy owner that runs a Borla set-up.
ChrisFix's soon isn't very soon 😁
6 months later soon
Danny Boy
you really need to clean up the engine bay and make it look slick
there is a video coming up about that !
I know. Grimey engine bays and undercarriages give me anxiety
He is. That is the schedule for upcoming videos.
nice to see an azizi fan here haha
So far the best video in youtube to teach how to replace a fuel pump
Last time I was this early, this joke wasn't old.
Last time I was this early, my girlfriend left me.....
Last time i was this early, I still had a girlfriend...
last time i was this early i was still HERE IN MY GARAGE
+Masterown35 oh ha ha ha ha
+Masterown35 oh ha ha ha ha
Im literally rewatching the whole series again 😂
Same lol 😂😂😂
is it normal to feel excited even tho is not my car?
no keyboard warrior
+. No
Yes, it is!
Yes, I am 2😅
Yes, is normal, watching the fuel pressure gauge going up was beautiful.
Best car fix channel on you tube. You got a gift brother 👍
this video saved my life!! thank you.
+k_ Marie awesome! Glad the video was helpful!!!
LOL @ "Don't feel intimidated!" I feel queasy just watching YOU do it!
The person who donated this car right now:👁️👄👁️
Chris you are the very best in this field; your attention to details is awesome and keeps me watching until the very end! Keep up.
We are watching a master at work
"And that's all it takes!"
Bro that was more than I'm willing to do.
😂
It's probably been mentioned already, but it's a good idea to check for leaks after you've let the pump prime a few times, but BEFORE you actually start the engine for the first time. This especially applies if a car has been sitting without fuel pressure for while.
remember watching this on my moms phone years ago. now here i am on my on device and understanding everything you’re saying. you’re really a prodigy.