fuel pump for 89se

[roadboy6]

Quick question for SE owners or anyone who has a parts manual handy. Is the fuel pump on an 89SE the same as on the non-se and is the procedure in changing it the same? I thought I read somewhere that the fuel pump is in the right hand petrol tank. I need a new one, as mine is making a lot of noise and it is getting harder to start the car, so I'm not currently comfortable driving it. I want to attempt the replacement myself and I'm trying to get as much knowledge as I can before I tear into it next weekend. LEW has a great procedure but it is for a non-se and am not sure if it the same for my car. Also, the pump is a GM part if I'm not mistaken, but from which car I am not sure. I would probably look like an a@! if I showed up at Autovalue and asked for the GMfuel pump that fits a Lotus. Any advice for this novice but eager to learn owner would be appreciated.

(shop manuals and freescan are in my future soon, as long as my baby stays healthy long enough that it fits in the RCAF[Roadboy Car Allowance Fund].

P.S.: I'm not above pandering to increase this fund, donations may be sent to my paypal account.

just kidding

[TimRdLotus]

Easy job, but also frustrating. The part number is E3265 from Kragen Auto Parts, or Bosch 69223. The Bosch is supposily a high performance pump. Both are direct plug in. The pump is in the RH fuel tank. Plan on spending some time slumped over the engine. The steps are:

Remove the plate covering the computer on the RH side.

Unbolt the computer and swing it into the engine compartment. You don't have to disconnect.

Disconnect the fuel lines.

Take a small punch and hammer and punch the tab on the retaing ring counter clockwise I believe.

When the ring is loose, remove the pump.

Disconnect the pump and replace it. You might want to also replace the pick up screen also

Replace the o-ring, a new one should come with it.

Put the retaining ring back on and turn it clockwise to tighten.

Don't use a punch because it will move / tweek towards one side.

It should practically turn all the way by hand. You can use a punch to make sure it's seated.

Hook up the fuel ines and replace the fuel filter at the same time.

Figure about 2 hours.

Good luck

Tim

[roadboy6]

B) Thanks for the response Tim, I'll get to work on it this weekend and let you know how it goes.

Brad 89SE

[roadboy6]

B) Thanks for the response Tim, I'll get to work on it this weekend and let you know how it goes.

Brad 89SE

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Hey Tim, Thanks again for the info, now if I could find anyone in Canada that has even heard of these parts. I've been to Kragens web site. It's a $50 part, but the don't do business to Canada. And I've got two bosch dealers trying to locate that particular pump. I'll try a Lotus dealer, but I'm sure that they will bend me over.

If it's not a ford truck here in western Canada no one knows what to do.

Thanks again

Brad

89SE

[TimRdLotus]

I suspect you got it out. Try a crossreference with a 1990 Chevrolet Berretta with the V6 engine. It's the same pump. You can order the Bosch online from kragen, I'm sure they'll ship to you in Canada. Heck, if you need one, I can go to the local Kragen here in town and ship one to you for the parts plus shipping.

Let me know if you need help.

Tim

[roadboy6]

Thanks for the offer. I might take you up on it if Ken at dave bean can't find one. And no Kragens won't deal with Canadian orders, I called down there. I should know tomorrow if one is available. I am going to try the Berretta approach today. Thanks for the reference, wish me luck.

Brad

89SE

[x6gas]

Try the parts x-reference file here

Several different suggestions, but double check 'cos I think some of them are for earlier cars...

Hope it helps ,

Ian

[TimRdLotus]

Heck if your going to order one from Dave Bean, they're right up the road from me. You might want to check with JAE. I found their prices a little better than Bean on most things.

The offer is still open, I can pick one up at Kragen and have it shipped to you with a day. Let me know.

[roadboy6]

The Barretta pump worked great! Local auto parts store had one and it is identical.

Direct replacement , but you're right about it being uncomfortable. My back will be sore tomorrow and the scrapes and such will take awhile to heal, but all in all well worth not paying someone to do it. The procedure you describe Tim was very helpful. Haven't taken the car for a long run yet(old friend stopped by unexpectedly and one thing led to another and then one beer led to another), but it started right up into a good idle and no leaks(thank god). Will take for a good run tomorrow and check it out.

Thank you very much for the offer to buy it for me, just another example of the true nature of the Esprit owners.

See you all in the fast lane(at least until something else goes)

Brad

89SE B)

[silverespritse]

THanks.

Edited May 21, 2007 by silverespritse

[Drfatz]

I should have read the dates before replying to this thread A few years to late!

The Barretta pump worked great! Local auto parts store had one and it is identical.

Direct replacement , but you're right about it being uncomfortable. My back will be sore tomorrow and the scrapes and such will take awhile to heal, but all in all well worth not paying someone to do it. The procedure you describe Tim was very helpful. Haven't taken the car for a long run yet(old friend stopped by unexpectedly and one thing led to another and then one beer led to another), but it started right up into a good idle and no leaks(thank god). Will take for a good run tomorrow and check it out.

Thank you very much for the offer to buy it for me, just another example of the true nature of the Esprit owners.

See you all in the fast lane(at least until something else goes)

Brad

89SE B)

Edited May 21, 2007 by Drfatz