out of gas with 1/2 tank????
 

Heres a good one...

havent driven the merc for a week and took her up to Walmart today. Car was putting in the lot and stalled - just like running out of fuel. several cranks and nothing...

The fuel gauge had been acting inconsisitent - so I thought to put some gas in and see (couldnt remember when I last got fuel) - car had sat for about 1/2 hour while getting the gas - started right up and drove to the near shell station.

I was disappointed when it only took 7 gallons :( I drove the car home and let run for about 1/2 hour w/o issue...

Here are my questions:

What fuse is for the fuel pump - no fuse listed on the box says fuel.

Do fuel pumps act up before they die - I thought they died / stayed dead...

Is there a "pickup tube" or such in the tank? I may have to wait to get to 1/2 tank to see if the issue comes back...

thanks for any thoughts

Don

What year of " Merc " ( Mercury ????? ) would that be ? :confused:

I noticed my Australian friends always referred to my "Benz" as a "Merc".
I never asked why.......

Anyway, what year and model of car. Old 300E ?

Hmmm
 

Year, make, model data needed..
First check the fuel related grounds.

I can only speculate until I know what kind of car you have, but I'd suggest replacing your fuel filter for starters. Yes, a filter can act clogged one minute and act OK the next, at least in my experience. And yes, Fuel pumps do act up before they go kaputt. I don't know if your car has a fuel pump relay (my dad's 560sel does, and this relay breaks way too often). That should get you started.

sorry
 

...oops

this is a 91 300e...

I will run the car again today and see how it responds... also planned on a fuel filter for starters..

regarding fuses... the 91 still has the older style "hot dog" fuses.... I know those can act up - but dont see one for the fule system.

Thanks!

don