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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1990GRAND PRIX STE, 3.1 VREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTSRELAYSFUEL PUMP RELAY
1990 Pontiac Grand Prix STE, 3.1 V
Fuel Pump Relay
1990 Pontiac Grand Prix STE, 3.1 VSECTION Fuel Pump Relay
- Disconnect fuel pump relay. See SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING article. Apply battery voltage and ground to fuel pump relay winding terminals. To identify fuel pump relay terminals, see appropriate wiring diagram in WIRING DIAGRAMS.
- Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between fuel pump relay power and fuel pump relay drive terminals. Continuity should exist. If continuity does not exist, fuel pump relay is defective.
- To by-pass fuel pump relay on-vehicle (fuel pump not operating), turn ignition off. Disconnect fuel pump relay connector. Using a fused jumper wire, connect fuel pump test connector to positive side of battery. Fuel pump should run.
- If fuel pump runs, check for faulty connections to relay or replace defective relay. To locate fuel pump test connector, see the SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING article in this section.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.