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mitzib Nov 2, 2006 09:55 AM

'99SE 3.8 Fuel pump, windows, pwr seats and door locks
 
Hello, I am new here, but I have followed a few of your threads concerning my problem. It wouldn't start and we narrowed it down to lack of fuel. We couldn't hear the pump come on. We replaced the pump w/NAPA product. This pump was only giving 4-5 lbs. of pressure. So we thought it defective and replaced w/GM Delphi pump. It started and ran like a charm for about 2 days then same problem again. We checked the relay, the regulator,and the lines. Still the same nothing. That's when I found your forum and the ground plate under the rug in the front compartmant. They didn't look corroded, but they were wet. I dried both sides with paper towel. Still no luck.(it's been raining ever since can't get a blow drier out there). Any hints or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your help and having this forum available to learn from. Mitzi

DarkShadow Nov 2, 2006 10:13 AM

i know this is just a shot in the dark but have you replaced the fuel filter? it may be clogged.

mitzib Nov 2, 2006 10:50 AM

Yes, all good there. Thanks anyway.

Echo SSEI Nov 2, 2006 11:34 AM

Not sure, but If it is still damp, I would suspect that the wetness is causing your issues at this point. Only real way to know is to dry everything out. Then we need to deal with where the water is getting in.

mitzib Nov 2, 2006 11:50 AM

Yes indeed. I've pulled the metal bar out and brought it inside. There seems to be some corrosion or maybe a little plastic melting on the A spot(the biggest wire). Drying and cleaning now. Have Di-electric grease, can this be used to clean parts? Thanks, Mitz

lash Nov 2, 2006 11:59 AM

Mitzi, Di-electric greas can be applied AFTER you clean up the contacts. A product commonly used to clean contacts is CRC's QD Electronic Cleaner, usually available in your local hardware store.

mitzib Nov 2, 2006 12:04 PM

Working on it right now. I'll let you know how it goes in a few. Thanks

mitzib Nov 2, 2006 12:50 PM

Yeah! I fixed it with an emery board (finger nail file) and a set of sowing scissors. Thank you so much for your help. Signed Happy Mitzi. I love my Bonni again. :D

lash Nov 2, 2006 03:02 PM

All better now then? Great!

We love success stories, no matter how small! :D

mitzib Nov 3, 2006 09:50 AM

Now I need to find the leak. Should I start a new thread in another area or keep going from here? Thanks again for all your help, I couldn't have done it with out you. Mitzi


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