Jacking up the car for fuel pump change

[Ramesh]

How much do I lift the car for a fuel pump change? If I drive the front wheels up the Rhino ramps - will there be enough space for me to work on the fuel pump? Or is it possible to drive the rear wheels up the Rhino ramps?

Should the passenger side rear wheel be removed? (In this case I will have to use a jack and jack stand). Let me know.

Ramesh.

[drewprof]

You should have enough space if you drive up the ramps. O don't see why not. The fuel pump and filter are located on the opposite side of the muffler.
I replaced my rear hydraulic system for the suspension using the ramps.
You will need a lot of light and an open lid bucket to receive the gasoline. Make sure that the light source is away from the fumes and use florescent

[Ramesh]

Hi Professor,

Thank you for the info. I will get you pictures of the fuel pump change. Are you seriously going to sell your car?

Ramesh.

[Dr.Grillz]

I have not changed a fuel pump myself, but do know that its located near the rear right wheel. You may also want to put a jack on that side and remove the wheel to give you better access. Any time putting a car on jacks/ramp... be very careful and double check everything. The last thing you want to experience is a W126 lying on top of you.

[drewprof]

Yes I was about to do it but everyone in here and in OT have convinced me otherwise. Another saved w126 I guess. I am going to put a new cat converter and cross my fingers that it will pass.
I will not be able to put in the car using ramps I am sure. So It's going to mechanic that has a lift. His labor and the cat's price should add up to the waiver value for a cycle exemption if it fails again.
One thing I am hoping for after all, is that I notice a major performance appreciation from a new cat, that would be a bonus.

[Kalifornia]

I don't think driving your FRONT wheels onto a ramp alone is going to do anything for you, quite the contrary. You should have enough space to do it by jacking up the rear without removing the wheel...unless you are 300 pounds, of course. Use fuel precautions, and I would suggest you have a couple of plugs handy for the fuel lines as well as a basin. I think it's a good idea to change out both fuel pumps while you are at it and to use new OEM parts as they are relatively cheap when bought under list.

All that being said, I just watched my mechanic do it on the side...switched out both, took about 15 mins max.

[Dave D]

Lifting the front will makes things more difficult. Back up on the ramps or just jack up the rear of the car a couple of feet. Fuel pumps and filters are no big deal. Just use common sense when working with fuel. Make sure you pinch off the main feed hose from the tank other wise you WILL have a big mess. If in doubt take it to the shop, it honestly takes less than 1/2 hour.

[500MPL]

You will need to jack the rear of the car and absolutely use jack stands for your safety. You will also need hose clamp pliers for the fuel lines or you will have the entire contents of your tank drain out.

Be safe and be cautious while handling open fuel lines.

Regards,

[jhodg5ck]

what ashley said..You want the rear of the car up as high as possible. Be sure to remove the gas cap before venturing forth. Ideally I like to run the cars WAY down on the reserve...less potential energy trying to make it's way out..

Jonathan

[jdc1244]

There is a possibility you may need to replace the rubber lines if they are original.

Good luck and be careful.