Just be glad it is making a noise. that is a sign it is working.
The yellow fuel dispenser is an indication that your fuel is running low. The red battery is an indication your charging system is malfunctioning. The red water symbol is an indication your cooling system is malfunctioning.
Hey, Try the follwing -although its hard to comment without further details! does the car engine make any noise when the key is turned? Yes whirring - check fuel and all spark lead conections. May be hundreds of things - take it to a garage. could be blocked carb, blocked fuel filter, dead fuel pump etc No or clicks - battery may be flat try charged battery.
fuel pump, and or starter
Park the car is a quiet location and turn the ignition key on but do not start the engine. Listen carefully for the sound of the fuel pump. It will run for a few seconds and then shut down which is normal. If you do not hear the pump, either the pump is bad, the fuse is blown, or the fuel pump relay is defective. You may also hear the pump and it can still be pumping with so low a pressure as to be defective. Make sure your problem is not a clogged fuel filter. Replace the filter asap. If the car has over 100,000 miles on the Odometer you probably need a new pump, especially if you have neglected to replace the fuel filter every 50,000 miles. A clogged fuel filter will burn a fuel pump up very quickly.
The fuel pump on the frame is not strong enough to pull fuel directly from the tank. Ford and their wonderful two pump system. You'll need to replace the pump in the tank.
When you turn the ignition to ACC or On you'll hear a buzzing or whirring sound. If this sound isn't heard you'll have to drop the fuel tank and replace it. Get it done by a proffesional.
Turn the key to the on position without starting the engine, listen closely or have a helper listen to the rear driver's side, where the fuel tank is. When the key is turned then fuel pump comes on, making a slight whirring sound. If there is no sound at all or something more than a slight whirring sound, it's probably about time to replace it. Also, if it takes a long time cranking to turn over the pump may not be building pressure properly.
the fuel pump
Try checking to see if your fuel pump comes on. To do this all you have to do is remove your gas cap and it's easier if you have somebody there to help you with the next step. Get in the truck and turn the key to the on position not running, then see if the other person can hear a whirring sound in where you removed the gas cap. If you do not hear a whirring sound then it's time for a new fuel pump, and if it is you have problems elsewhere.
Your fuel sending unit is malfunctioning.
If the fuel pump is working it will presssurize itself. Any air in the system will dissipate through the fuel pressure regulator and the injectors. You should hear a whirring sound when the fuel pump comes on at engine startup. If you don't you don't have any fuel pressure. Check the relay and the fuse.
Probably the fuel filter is clogged and there was never anything wrong with the pump to begin with. Can you hear the pump making a whirring sound when you turn on the ignition. If so, the pump is all right and it is the fuel filter that is clogged up.
Normally only a very minor whir.
first have an assistant turn the ignition switch to the on position and listen for the whirring sound from fump pump, indicating pump is operating. If fuel pressure is in question you can install a tee fitting between fuel filter and fuel line and purchase a fuel pressure gauge to connect to the tee fitting. fuel pressure should be at 43psi with key on engine off, and 34 to 36psi with engine idling.
The fuel pump is located within the gas tank. It is the gas that keeps the fuel pump cool. This is why you should not run your fuel tank empty, or the fuel pump will burn up and will have to be replaced. The correct method to test to see if it is your fuel pump that is malfunctioning is to leave the car door open and simply place your key in the ignition and turn it on. You should hear a high pitched whirring sound from under the rear of your car. That is your fuel pump turning on and powering up. No sound and it may be dead. The correct method to replace it is to drop the fuel tank and then it inserts from the top. Most, however, lift out the back seat and cut through the sheet metal under the rear passenger's seat to expose the fuel pump location and change it out in this fashion. Then they bend the metal back down and seal it up to make it water proof and to keep out any fumes. Instructions for replacing the fuel pump are on the web if you search for them.
The yellow fuel dispenser is an indication that your fuel is running low. The red battery is an indication your charging system is malfunctioning. The red water symbol is an indication your cooling system is malfunctioning.
If it is malfunctioning it can affect fuel mileage.