What diagnostic tests have you performed?
Problem with fuel pump (95 escort lx)
I have my 95 escort LX back at home. It’s only got 65k and runs great for the most part. Only problem is the fuel pump stopped working this January. I was getting a new car anyway, so I just parked it. I want to get it up and running now though. I’ve looked for a long time online for where the relays would be for the fuel pump, but couldn’t find much. I don’t want to mess around and put in a different fuel pump and still not have it work. Any input is very much appreciated!!
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I checked under the seat by the fuel pump and with a multimeter I was getting some voltage. I think it was like 8-10 volts. I just don’t know what else to do without first checking the relay, but I don’t know which one is for the fuel pump!! Reason being why I don’t want to replace the pump if that’s not what’s bad, is the locking ring on top of the tank is all rusted/corroded on.
A good way to test fuel pumps is to disconnect the wiring and apply power from a cordless tool battery.
I have resuscitated "dead" fuel pumps by giving them a jolt backwards and forwards with 18 volts.
I think this is safe for a few seconds.
Of course you have to figure out the wiring, there's five wires to the fuel pump module in these cars, IIRC.
If I find my little sketch of the connector I'll post it here.
I have resuscitated "dead" fuel pumps by giving them a jolt backwards and forwards with 18 volts.
I think this is safe for a few seconds.
Of course you have to figure out the wiring, there's five wires to the fuel pump module in these cars, IIRC.
If I find my little sketch of the connector I'll post it here.
Thank you, I’ll have to try that!! I believe there are 5 wires. I was nervous to try applying voltage to the connecter, in case something would spark. I don’t really know much about the fuel systems on cars.
I think the wires are red black and yellow. The yellow is the fuel level sender, and it would probably be bad to put power (or ground) to it. I think there are doubles of the power and ground, which is why a total of five wires.
Thank you!!! I’m gonna try going home to it next week Friday, I will let you all know! 
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I got it working!! I tried to power the pump externally, and it still wouldn’t run. Replacing the fuel pump indeed brought it back to life! Thank you all!!
Thanks for letting us know. Happy motoring!
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