89 ef sedan fuel pump not priming

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Old Nov 6, 2014 | 08:21 AM
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Default 89 ef sedan fuel pump not priming

had a walbro fuel pump installed 4yrs ago...havent run the car in those 4yrs..... tried to start car but dont hear the fuel pump buzz or hum when turned on..... changed the main relay and all fuses are good. still nuthing....was wondering if pump will hum or buzz if there is no fuel in tank
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Old Nov 6, 2014 | 09:25 AM
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Default Re: 89 ef sedan fuel pump not priming

It should. Can you verify that you have power at the pump?
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Old Nov 6, 2014 | 11:13 AM
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how do i check for power to the pump
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Old Nov 6, 2014 | 11:46 AM
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With a multimeter.
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Old Nov 6, 2014 | 09:05 PM
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Default Re: 89 ef sedan fuel pump not priming

Those aftermarket pumps fail early. 4 years seems about a long service time.
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