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Old Feb 19, 2022 | 06:40 PM
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I have a 1992 Ford f150 that will not start. With my code reader I ran a test and code 543 came back fuel pump secondary circuit fault. I thought replacing the fuel pump relay switch would fix the problem but no luck. Can anyone give me some advice? Thanks
 
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Most of the time the 543 turns out to be a bad fuel pump with an open circuit.
Do you have two tanks?
 
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Originally Posted by Howy200
I thought replacing the fuel pump relay switch would fix the problem…
Relay switch? Does the fuel pump relay click when you turn the key? Do you hear the fuel pump turn on in that tank? How about the other tank, if applicable.
 
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I hear the click when I turn the key but nothing else. Yes I have two fuel tanks. I know the front tank is broke per the previous owner.
 
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Do all the usual things.
1. check to see if the inertia switch is tripped.
2. check for power for one second at the inertia switch each time you turn the key to the run position with a loading test light.
3. If 1 & 2 above are OK check for power at the selector switch and see if it is set to the tank you are using.
4. if the switch is OK check wiring to the tank and if that is OK change out the fuel pump module (FDM).

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