Want to know with this vehicle and the fuel pump

Tiny
BOYDUDE
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  • 2004 MITSUBISHI LANCER
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 198,500 MILES
No problem, just want to know with this vehicle and the fuel pump in it what is the safest amount to leave in the tank at empty time to fill tank again before pump will burn out I need to replace it?
Sunday, June 7th, 2015 AT 7:18 PM

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Tiny
DANNY L
  • MECHANIC
  • 5,648 POSTS
Hello, I'm Danny.

Your car does have an in-tank electric pump assembly complete with built in fuel filter. You never want to run on complete empty because then you will run the risk of burning out the pump. The gas in the tank acts as a lubricant for the pump. Here is a guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

I generally tell people not to go less than an eighth of a tank. Your vehicle has an inspection cover so when ever you need to replace you don't have to drop the fuel tank. I've attached a picture below. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
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