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How do you free up a stuck fuel pump?

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In general, it’s easier and less expensive to simply replace your fuel pump if it’s become so gummed up that it no longer works. However, you may be able to unstick it by submerging it for a while in a fuel cleaner, which can dissolve gummy residues.

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What kills a fuel pump?

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Getting lots of rust, dirt, or other contaminants in your gas tank can damage your fuel pump and eventually cause it to fail.

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How much does it cost to clean a fuel pump?

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If you clean it yourself, it will cost very little beyond the basic cost of your fuel cleaning fluid (usually around $5-$15). Getting your fuel system professional serviced is more costly, often running around $50-$80.

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Where are the fuel pump and fuel relay located on a 1992 Oldsmobile Regency?

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The fuel pump is located in the fuel tank, and the relay is located behind the right side of the dash in a fuse box. It is the second relay on the left above the fuses.

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