i have a 2003 civic with 57,000 miles. car wouldnt start lastnight. my uncle came over he said sounded like not getting fuel. he tapped on the gas tank as i turned the key over and it started after 2 taps. said sounded like fuel pump was going up. does this sound correct? please help

 

unlike most vehicles, the 7th gen civic's fuel pump assembly differs ... there is no outer attachment that would need changing ... the pump is located inside the gas tank and RARELY needs to be changed as the fuel system differs from those standard vehicles in which the fuel pump should be regularly replaced .... although there are chances of a faulty fuel pump and it might be something to look into ... the fuel pump assembly on the 7th gen is located inside the fuel tank and needs a little TLC to gett to and address

 

thanks for the info .how can i find out if its the pump inside the tank that needs to be replaced?thanks again

 

When you first turn your key to the "on" position, can you hear a slight humming noise coming from the rear of the vehicle? You should hear it for about three seconds.

 

ill have to go check that out latter thanks for the help

 

this could be a clogged fuel filter.
fuel pump as well.

have someone start the car and listen to how it sounds from the back, you can hear the pump at work. I think its inside the car underneath the rear seats.

 

I highly doubt it's a clogged filter, unless you've been putting some pretty nasty fuel in your car. The 7thgen has a very low-maintenance fuel system that's pretty different from what most mechanics are used to.

 

you can get a clogged filter from other things, like ******** putting bleach in your tank

 

thanks can i get to and change the pump from the back seat of the car with out dropping the tank?

 

I wouldn't be in a hurry to start buying and installing parts until you have a better idea of what the problem is.

 

yea i dont want to spend money on stuff i dont need. hopefully take it to a family members friend and get him to put a test on it