fuel pump install??

[blown XJ]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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