Replacing the Chevrolet Lacetti fuel filter: how to remove the fuel pump and check its serviceability, step-by-step instructions for replacing the part yourself and expert advice

Location of the fuel pump on the Chevrolet Lacetti and the reasons for its failure

The Chevrolet Lacetti gasoline pump is located in the fuel assembly. This module is immersed in the gas tank. To see the fuel pump, you need to open the service hole, which is located under the trim located under the rear seats.

The most common reasons why the fuel pump fails are listed below:

• constant operation of the machine with an almost empty tank;
• clogged fuel filter;
• the presence of water or any foreign technical liquids in the gas tank;
• refueling with counterfeit gasoline;
• a large amount of debris in the fuel;
• oxidation of the terminal block, causing instability of the electric motor power supply;
• pump overheating.

Why do you need a Lacetti fuel pump?

The vacuum cleaner can only be used until you have removed the fuel lines and opened access to the tank. To do this, you need to squeeze the clip-petal at the bottom of the plastic end of the fuel line with your fingers and pull it up. Remove the fuel pump retaining ring.

To do this, you can use a pair of flat screwdrivers that are longer and thicker - rest against the windows of the lock and turn the locking ring counterclockwise. The ring fits very tightly and is difficult to turn.

Remove the locking lock of the fuel pump holder, you can use a pair of flathead screwdrivers. Disassemble the fuel pump by bending several clamps around the circumference. Remove the fine fuel filter.

We wait until it stalls. Turn off the ignition and disconnect the battery. Further work should only be carried out in a well-ventilated area or in the open air.

Smoking near the car is strictly prohibited! We take the fuel pump out of the tank.

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We check the condition of the sealing ring and wipe the seating surface with gasoline. We remove two contact blocks from the fuel pump - pull one down, the other up.

We press the latches around the perimeter of the case, remove the wires from the groove and pry up the pressure regulator with a screwdriver. Now you can remove the fuel pump along with the housing.

If necessary, we change the fuel pump, change the coarse filter. The new mesh should snap into place with a little effort.

The removed module can be placed in a previously prepared container to drain any remaining fuel. Now we begin to disassemble the fuel pump module itself.

Remove the connector, bend the clamps around the circumference of the case and carefully pull out the top cover with the terminal and the fuel pump itself from the glass. Remove the entire contents of the glass.

Article number and cost of the original Chevrolet Lacetti fuel pump

The original fuel pump that General Motors equips the Chevrolet Lacetti with from the factory has article number 96495969. Its price is more than 12,000 rubles. The main problem with this branded product is that General Motors does not supply the unit to the domestic market. Therefore, it is difficult to find it on sale.

There are other original General Motors fuel pumps available. Their cost ranges from 9,000 to 10,000 rubles. Article numbers of branded products:

• 9594930;
• 42353011;
• 96447442

Pump selection

The original catalog number of the fuel pump manufactured by General Motors is 95949302. The average market price is 8,000 rubles. As a substitute you can use:

• Stellox 10-01202-SX. The price of an analogue in the area is 3000 rubles.
• Bosch 0 580 454 138 - 3500 rubles.
• Denso DFP-0106 - 4000 rubles.
• Magneti marelli MAM00010M - 5000 rubles.
• Kortex KPF0011STD - 5000 rubles.
• Dominant DE950949302 - 7000 rubles.
• Era 775279 - 8000 rubles.

Article number and cost of analogues of the branded Chevrolet Lacetti fuel pump

Since the cost of the original fuel pump is high, many car owners resort to purchasing products from third-party manufacturers. The most popular, due to their good quality, are the pumps listed in the table below.

Table - Analogues of the original Chevrolet Lacetti fuel pump

Required tools and materials needed to replace the Chevrolet Lacetti fuel pump

In order to remove the old fuel pump and install a new one, you need the tools and materials that are shown in the table below.

Table - Tools and materials required to replace the fuel pump

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To do this, remove the rear seat by grasping its corners and pulling it up. Remove the fuel pump hatch cover. The cover sits on bitumen mastic and is removed by carefully picking around the perimeter with a flat-head screwdriver.

After removing the plug, access to the fuel pump cover with fuel supply and return lines and to the power supply is available. We press the orange tab of the latch safety and, pressing the tab of the chip itself, pull it off the connector and move it to the side, avoiding contact with metal parts of the body. Start the engine. We carefully pry it up with a screwdriver on one side, and with something thin on the other we help pull it out. Here is the latch itself. After that, remove the fuel line from the fitting. Now you need to turn the locking metal ring a little counterclockwise.

To do this, gently hit the ring with a hammer in a circle through the adapter until it disengages.

Replacing the fuel pump on a Chevrolet Lacetti

If the fuel pump does not work, it must be replaced. To do this, it is recommended to follow the instructions below.

• Open the hood.
• Remove the fuse and relay box cover.

Location of the fuse and relay box

• Remove fuse Ef 18. It is located in the fuel pump power circuit. Start the engine and wait for it to stall. This action will relieve pressure in the fuel circuit.

Removing the fuse

• Remove the rear seats. They are attached to two clamps located at the edges. Therefore, to dismantle it is necessary to alternately lift one and the other side with jerks.

View after removing the seats

• Remove the trim. Under it there is a technological hatch. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove debris.

Technological hatch

• The hatch is glued to bitumen mastic. It is necessary to pick up one of the edges with a screwdriver and, using force, tear off the cover.

Bitumen mastic with which the hatch is glued

• Clean the space under the hatch using a vacuum cleaner. This will prevent foreign particles from entering the gas tank.

View under the hatch

• Disconnect the power plug from the fuel pump.

Terminal block

• Disconnect the fuel lines. To do this, press the leaf clamp with your fingers. Then pull up evenly. Care must be taken as there is a risk of breaking the plastic fitting.

Disconnecting fuel lines

• Remove the fixing plate. To do this you need to turn it counterclockwise.

Removing the fixing plate

• Pull the glass up. When doing this, be careful not to damage the float and regulator.

Removing the fuel cup

• Disassemble the fuel cup.

Fuel module disassembly process

• If the coarse mesh is dirty, it must be replaced.

Dirty mesh

• Remove the fuel pump.

Removing the fuel pump

• Install a new fuel pump.
• Reassemble the fuel cup in reverse order.
• Install the module into the gas tank. If the sealing rubber of the glass is stiff or has mechanical damage, it should be replaced.

Sealing ring

• Install all dismantled elements in the reverse order of removal.

How to replace the fuel filter yourself

Removing an exhausted cleaner and installing a new fuel filter are not easy operations that require certain skills. A motorist who does not have experience in carrying out this procedure is better off seeking help from service center specialists who will perform this work according to the rules and in a short time.

Safety precautions

When replacing the fuel filter yourself, it is important to follow the safety requirements:

• Work should be carried out outdoors or in a garage (box) with good ventilation. Otherwise, gasoline vapors or spilled fuel may ignite, often leading to a fire.
• It is strictly forbidden to smoke near the machine or perform work near open flames.
• To protect your eyes and skin from chemical burns from fuel contact, you must wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when working.

Tools

Before you change the fuel filter, you need to stock up on a set of tools. Among them:

• jack;
• pliers;
• flat or Phillips screwdriver (depending on the type of screw);
• knob;
• wrenches: socket, adjustable and ratchet.

Where is the fuel filter located?

The cleaner is most often located between the fuel tank and the fuel pump. In some cars, the fuel filter is located under the hood. Most often, a pair of fuel filters is installed - coarse (FGO) and fine (FTO) filters.

The FGO is installed inside the fuel tank or immediately behind it. Its task is to capture large foreign inclusions. The FTO is mounted on the fuel line and traps small particles that have passed through the coarse filter.

Preparing the car for replacing the fuel filter

Before removing the fuel filter, the car must be jacked up. You should first install stops under the wheels - wooden blocks or bricks - and pull out the hand brake lever. Having raised the car to the required height, supports are placed under the bottom to ensure a stable position.

Then you need to reduce the pressure in the fuel line by pulling out the fuel supply fuse and waiting until the engine stalls. To prevent gasoline vapors from igniting, the negative terminal should be removed from the battery.

How to remove the fuel filter

1. Disconnect the part from the fuel line, after wrapping it with thick cloth so that the fuel does not spill onto the ground or floor.
2. Remove the bracket from the purifier. In order not to get confused with the position of the part when installing a new filter, try to remember how the old one stood.

How to install

Installation procedure:

1. Install a new fuel filter by connecting it to the line and bracket. To fix it on the pipeline, it is recommended to use new fasteners - the old ones may have become loose during the operation of the car.
2. Reinstall the fuel pump fuse in its original location.
3. Connect the negative terminal to the battery.

Sometimes, due to low pressure in the fuel line, the engine does not start immediately after installing a new cleaner. You may need to make several startup attempts.

Location of the fuel filter on the Chevrolet Lacetti and the reasons for the need to replace it

The fuel filter is located under the bottom of the Chevrolet Lacetti. It is located under the front of the gas tank. The filter is on the right side of the tank. To gain access to the filter element, you need to remove the wheel and lift the right rear part of the machine.

During operation of the Chevrolet Lacetti, the fuel filter cleans the fuel being poured from mechanical impurities. This prevents clogging of the injectors, making the fuel system more reliable and durable.

The service life of the filter depends on the degree of contamination of gasoline. If the fuel pump does not pump the required amount of fuel into the circuit, then first of all you should check the filter and, if necessary, replace it with a new one. If the required pressure does not appear in the fuel system, then the fuel pump should be diagnosed.

Fuel filter location

Fuel pump filter: quick replacement of the Chevrolet Lacetti fuel pump mesh

Systematic use of low-quality fuel leads to clogging of the fuel system.
Despite the fact that the car is equipped with coarse and fine filters, foreign impurities still penetrate into the combustion chamber and form difficult-to-remove deposits. To prevent negative effects, you need to change cleaning elements more often, sometimes more often than indicated in the operating instructions. Owners who follow the recommendations increase the service life of the machine by 25-30%. The location of the fuel filter is different for each car model, depending on the design features. Most often it is installed behind the fuel tank, under the bottom of the rear seats, in the engine compartment.

You can replace the cleaning filter and fuel pump yourself, but not on all models due to the design features. In addition, modern cars are fully equipped with electronics, which only complicates the process. Often the on-board computer malfunctions due to incorrect replacement. In order to minimize possible risks, it is strongly recommended to carry out servicing only at certified service centers.

Chevrolet Lacetti fuel pump replacement and our other services

The workshop offers a wide range of services for repairing cars of various brands and modifications, including the Chevrolet Lacetti. The most frequent orders are related to minor repairs and replacement of consumables, namely:

• diagnostics of fuel equipment, replacement of cleaning filters;
• fine tuning of the on-board computer, flashing for a specific low-quality fuel with an increased content of foreign impurities;
• cleaning, troubleshooting, replacement of fuel injectors.

In addition to routine maintenance, we carry out repairs related to the power unit, transmission, chassis, and suspension. We install non-standard equipment on cars as part of an individual order. We prepare the body for painting work, putty, primer, apply varnish.

Orders are carried out efficiently and quickly thanks to the work of craftsmen with many years of experience in the field. Equipping the workshop with modern diagnostic equipment allows for a full inspection and prevention of various brands of cars. A flexible pricing policy and an individual approach to working with clients expand the circle of regular visitors, and the service rating increases.

When does it become necessary to replace the Lacetti fuel pump mesh?

Typical symptoms of a malfunction are:

• car dynamics are reduced;
• the information content of the accelerator pedal is passive;
• fuel consumption has increased;
• Idle speed is unstable;
• movement is jerky, irregular;
• the driver experiences difficulty starting the engine;
• When the engine stops, detonation occurs.

Signs appear both individually and collectively. During the diagnostic process, you need to take a comprehensive approach, since some signs are similar to third-party breakdowns. Often, due to inexperience, masters initially follow the wrong path.

Why might it be necessary to replace the Lacetti fuel pump mesh?

Frequent causes of breakdowns are the following:

• 
  systematic refueling of low-quality fuel with a large amount of chemical impurities, which have a detrimental effect on the performance of the equipment;

• operation without intermediate preventive maintenance, cleaning, replacement of repair kits;
• mechanical damage to the housing, a hole in the tank, an accident, an accident, a collision, an impact, running into an obstacle, as a result of which the fuel pump has become deformed and can no longer perform its functions;
• damage during replacement or repair – human factor;
• manufacturing defect.

Diagnostics and replacement of the Chevrolet Lacetti fuel pump mesh

The fuel pump and grid are located in the cavity of the fuel tank. Without preliminary dismantling it is impossible to carry out diagnostics. Therefore, the technician must be 100% sure that the pump is faulty or the mesh is clogged, otherwise time and money will be wasted.

Article number and cost of the original Chevrolet Lacetti fuel filter

The original General Motors fuel filter has article number 96335719. Its price is just over 200 rubles. The photo below shows a branded consumable.

Original General Motors fuel filter 96335719

Experienced car owners recommend purchasing a fuel filter mount in advance. The original product number is 96434270. The retainer is very fragile, so it is very easy to break when replacing the fuel filter.

Article number and cost of analogues of the branded Chevrolet Lacetti fuel filter

If it is impossible to purchase an original fuel filter, it is recommended to buy one of the good analogs shown in the table below.

Table - Analogues of the original Chevrolet Lacetti fuel filter

Required tools and materials to replace the fuel filter

In order to successfully replace the fuel filter, you need the tools and materials from the table below.

Table - Tools and materials required to replace the fuel pump