Fuel Pump Strainer

The fuel pump strainer is at the lower end of the fuel pump at the inlet port. The fuel pump strainer is made of woven plastic. The fuel pump strainer filters contaminants and wicks fuel. The fuel pump strainer is self-cleaning and, usually, does not require maintenance. A blockage at this point indicates that the fuel tank contains an abnormal amount of sediment or of water. Clean the fuel tank, and replace the fuel pump strainer.