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.
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.
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!
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 TH-cam. Thank you for your concise info, your pleasant and positive demeanor, and your excellent quality filming. You have my sub. And my heart.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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 TH-cam, 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!!!
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? 🤔
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!
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 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?
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...
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.
Chris Fix is easily one the best TH-cam channels, I feel like this is really the type of content meant for TH-cam, definitely earned the 7 million subscribers 🤙
+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.
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 🙂
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
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
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
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.
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.
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 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 :)
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.).
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
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!
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.
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
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.
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!
Sometimes mine does that too! What is your fuel pressure at the rail when you turn the key? Does it bleed off? Watch this: th-cam.com/video/_oXLUqE4Sf0/w-d-xo.html
+Ryce Cubed he took out the old gas and put in new gas on the previous video of when he was explaining on what to check on a vehicle before starting after sitting for a long period of time
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...
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.
Chris, ive watched you all my life, and i have finally gotten my own 3v 4.6 mustang and i just wanna say thank you so much for posting all this because im having major misfire issues and its come down to the cats, the fuel filter and or fuel pump and you just so happened to diagnose this😭🙏🏿
I think that is something that is specific to this generation of Mustang, and it very much looks to me, from the way the fuel tank is moulded, that there is normally a plastic undershield that would cover over that area so the connection would not normally be accessible. I suspect Chris had already removed it for brevity in the video with it being a general guide to diagnosis and repair rather than something specific to this type of car. I must admit, though, when I saw that I did have a bit of a chuckle to myself as having the fuel pump wiring like that would (I'm fairly certain) be against the construction and use regulations for cars in the vast majority of Europe, though it also has to be said that the vast majority of European cars manufactured since 1990 have the fuel tank mounted in front of the rear axle so it is effectively within the passenger safety cage of the vehicle to minimise the risk of the tank bursting in a rear-end impact...
+ChrisFix Oh man, I really hate it when you TH-cam people use other platforms. I'm neither on Facebook nor on Instagram (nor on any other platform that belongs to Facebook), so how much did I miss? You mentioned hangouts - you mean Google Hangouts? I don't find any on your channel... For the other. "real life" stuff, I'm too far away anyways, except you'd want to come visit Germany and stop by in Berlin, LOL.
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
Revisiting today this video since our ‘99 Ranger decided to not start today, and man did this video help me out! Thank you so much Chris for your hard work you put on every video, you da man!
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 😂
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 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!!!!
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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@@chrisfix hi
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.
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
Yaron Hutten I
LIL PUMP
I learn more on TH-cam 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
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 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
Your videos are literally the best car repair videos I have ever seen, let alone on TH-cam. 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 work at CAT as a technician, and your troubleshooting process has helped me understand diagnosing heavy equipment as well.
that's pretty cool
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
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!
He's a real doctor of cars!!
The Computer Guy IKR?
The car is a cat
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!
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 >.
*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.
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.
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?
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 TH-cam, 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!!!
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
Making things look easy while explaining every step is a skill most people don't have. Awesome video.
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!
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 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....
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...
Every time I watch one of your videos, my self confidence advances a notch!
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!
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 "
Chris Fix is easily one the best TH-cam channels, I feel like this is really the type of content meant for TH-cam, definitely earned the 7 million subscribers 🤙
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.
Chris, you are great at explaining and showing how to fix a car the right way.
Great job. Love your shows.
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 🙂
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
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
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
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
7 years later and he's still liking comments that's just amazing! Love your videos!
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
You make me feel like I could do this myself so easily, while I would never think about dropping a fuel tank myself!
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.
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.
I was gonna sell my car cause of the mechanical cost but bro you really help I’m gonna try to do this
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 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 :)
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.
The dad of cars in TH-cam 🔥
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
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.).
Way better instruction video than the others I’ve watched. Nice Chris!👊
I cant be the only one who got happy when the engine started
I was definitely pretty excited! haha
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
I've been waiting so long!!! Thanks Chris!
same....
now for next week :(
***** the wait goes on....
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!
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!
4:33 Parts
7:55 Assembly Disconnect
9:00 Pump Replacement
11:15 Fuel filter
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!
You always save the day! Even if I get a pro to do it, at least I will know what they are talking about, and I can sound like I do too.
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.
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
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
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!
He said "junk in the trunk"
rbeck3200tb40 😂😂
Aiden Huang your not supposed to say 1 year ago
2 months ago
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!
1:12 Chris is so slick he basically opens the book to the right chapter lol
One of the most concise videos I've seen yet. You cut straight to the point. Well done.
8:02 chill dude
Jeez
It is with the magic of editing
Doesn't matter how many of His videos i watch, his opening reminds me of Borat every time. YASHIMASH!
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
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.
U should do one that has to do wit head gasket.... I like all ur videos man. Mustang foe life!!!!
Great idea!
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.
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 👍
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
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!!
so I replaced my fuel pump on my mustang yesterday but it still takes about 6 seconds to cranks. any suggestions?
Sometimes mine does that too! What is your fuel pressure at the rail when you turn the key? Does it bleed off? Watch this: th-cam.com/video/_oXLUqE4Sf0/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the response.. I didn't get a new fuel filter with it so I'm going to get one now because that might be the issue..
ChrisFix
Jackson Duckworth
Jackson Duckworth ?
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.
I swapped my ignition fuse and now my 05 starts again. Look for fuses that are clearly blown
Great tip!
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
11:50. Hey man you forgot to put gasoline in. How are you gonna turn it on?? And how did you turned it on , Can you make a video of that?
Still had gas in it from when he first got the car
he put gas on it.. he just didn't show it on the video... why should he??
+Ryce Cubed he took out the old gas and put in new gas on the previous video of when he was explaining on what to check on a vehicle before starting after sitting for a long period of time
+Ryan Dobrosky that's what I meant to say originally, but I wasn't thinking straight
he already showed it from the previous video so no need to repeat it again
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...
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.
You are the Master of CARS🤔🤗
this video saved my life!! thank you.
+k_ Marie awesome! Glad the video was helpful!!!
Chris, ive watched you all my life, and i have finally gotten my own 3v 4.6 mustang and i just wanna say thank you so much for posting all this because im having major misfire issues and its come down to the cats, the fuel filter and or fuel pump and you just so happened to diagnose this😭🙏🏿
I'm glad the video is able to help you!
Lmao so you're telling me, anybody can just go behind your car and disconnect your fuel pump haha
+Smitty Smith hahaha ah shit
remmember me???
I guess it would be a good way to make sure no one steals it
I think that is something that is specific to this generation of Mustang, and it very much looks to me, from the way the fuel tank is moulded, that there is normally a plastic undershield that would cover over that area so the connection would not normally be accessible. I suspect Chris had already removed it for brevity in the video with it being a general guide to diagnosis and repair rather than something specific to this type of car. I must admit, though, when I saw that I did have a bit of a chuckle to myself as having the fuel pump wiring like that would (I'm fairly certain) be against the construction and use regulations for cars in the vast majority of Europe, though it also has to be said that the vast majority of European cars manufactured since 1990 have the fuel tank mounted in front of the rear axle so it is effectively within the passenger safety cage of the vehicle to minimise the risk of the tank bursting in a rear-end impact...
Smitty Smith I must admit, I do find the idea of people going around disconnecting Mustang fuel pumps just for the hell of it rather funny...
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
Hi ChrisI I missed the meet last time, when would you hold another one?Thanks
+xiao guo yes make sure you follow me on Instagram or Facebook as well because I'm gonna post up future meet dates as well as cruises and hang outs
+ChrisFix yes, Instagram lead me here haha. I live in NJ as well!
+ChrisFix when are you going to do the next video @chrisfix
+ChrisFix Oh man, I really hate it when you TH-cam people use other platforms. I'm neither on Facebook nor on Instagram (nor on any other platform that belongs to Facebook), so how much did I miss? You mentioned hangouts - you mean Google Hangouts? I don't find any on your channel...
For the other. "real life" stuff, I'm too far away anyways, except you'd want to come visit Germany and stop by in Berlin, LOL.
+Seegal Galguntijak then what do you have on your phone
I’ve watched quite a few of Chris’ videos... creating a business that makes reliable fuel pumps is where the money is at!!!! Great vids!
LOL @ "Don't feel intimidated!" I feel queasy just watching YOU do it!
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
How did you learn all that ? School + experience or just experience?
Other you tubers and service manuals.
I believe he learned this doing research and going through school
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
wait... clutch down in neutral?
clutch has to be in to start the car
Laws Kole no it doesn't. only if it's in gear.
its just a habit I guess. I even find myself pushing the clutch when I start the car even if its in neutral lol
Samuel Fabiny What if the car is a older truck?
+Laws Kole I am not sure about older trucks but manual is manual so Im guessing its the same
Hey Chris where's the next vid on the driftstang it's Saturday already! Please I can't wait for the next vid!
Me either! I thought it was going to be here friday! :(
I NEEEDD ITTT!!
Im literally rewatching the whole series again 😂
Same lol 😂😂😂
Revisiting today this video since our ‘99 Ranger decided to not start today, and man did this video help me out! Thank you so much Chris for your hard work you put on every video, you da man!