The job of moving fuel from the gas tank to the engine in your 2003 Ford Expedition belongs to the fuel pump. In many vehicles, the fuel pump can last for the life of the vehicle, but if it does fail, you will need to replace it right away since the vehicle won't run without it. AutoZone can help, with the part, tools, and expertise to assist you in keeping your Ford in good working order.
How Does a Fuel Pump Work?
Your fuel pump is a
2003 Ford Expedition external engine part that delivers fuel from the gas tank of the Expedition to the engine bay. It also pressurizes the fuel to between 30 and 45 psi in the process, before the fuel injectors send the fuel into the cylinders to facilitate ignition. If you are having problems with your
2003 Ford Expedition fuel delivery, there's a good chance that your fuel pump may be at fault.
Signs of a Failing Fuel Pump
If you listen to your vehicle and pay attention to the way it responds to your throttle inputs, your may be able to diagnose a failing 2003 Ford Expedition fuel pump before it quits completely. An engine that surges or sputters unexpectedly, or stalls out of nowhere, might be a sign that your fuel pump is failing. A loud whining noise coming from the fuel tank area, just ahead of the spare tire, under the vehicle, can also be a warning.
2003 Ford Expedition Fuel Pump Replacement Cost
If you are seeing and hearing these symptoms and determine that you need to purchase a new fuel pump, 2003 Ford Expedition SUVs have a wide variety of parts available at AutoZone. The range of prices you can expect to see for a fuel pump will be between $140 and $360, and you can find your parts by filtering according to year, make, model, and engine size of your particular vehicle. Choose Free In-Store or Curbside Pickup, or have your part delivered to your address by picking Home Delivery.
