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Fuel - Electric Fuel Pump Hum

Number 85-6(Gasoline)-65 Date 5/86
Subject: ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP HUM

1985 6000 STATION WAGON MODELS WITH 2.8L-V6 (VIN CODE W) ENGINE

Some 1985 6000 Station Wagon models 2.8L-V6 (VIN Code W) engine may exhibit a low frequency hum audible at engine idle.

This low frequency hum may be the sound generated by the in-tank fuel pump and transmitted into the vehicle passenger compartment. Although not indicative of a malfunctioning fuel pump, this condition may be a cause of dissatisfaction with some vehicle owners.

Elimination of this condition may be achieved by the installation of a new service fuel level sender and pump assembly, P/N 25091799, available from WDDGM.

Refer to the appropriate service manual for proper removal and installation procedures.

Use applicable labor time and operation number.