{"product_id":"airtex-fs190-fuel-pump-strainer","title":"Airtex FS190 Fuel Pump Strainer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFuel Pump Strainer for OE-Style Modules\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Airtex FS190 fuel pump strainer is a specific-fit internal filter media designed to sit at the fuel pump inlet and capture contaminants before they reach the pump and fuel system. It is a direct-fit service part for select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications with OE-style modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal fuel pump strainer for in-tank fuel delivery systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGradient-density media helps trap fuel system contaminants at the pickup point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific fit for select 1990-1995 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180.3 mm length with 11 mm x 11 mm opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite media construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-reference: Autobest F291S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for air and fuel delivery service, the Airtex FS190 fuel pump strainer serves as the first filtration stage before fuel enters the pump. Its internal, OE-style module fitment and 11.0 mm fitting inside diameter support proper placement in the tank assembly. This part number is used on 1990-1995 Ford Taurus and 1990-1995 Mercury Sable applications with OE style modules only, making it a focused replacement for those vehicles. The FS190 is also referenced by part number FS190 for easy catalog matching during fuel system repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems Addressed\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted fuel pickup caused by debris at the pump inlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor fuel delivery from a contaminated in-tank strainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremature wear on the fuel pump from unfiltered particles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel system contamination reaching downstream filters and components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable OE-style module assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify OE-style module configuration before ordering, since this strainer is specified for those assemblies only. Confirm the 180.3 mm length and 11 mm x 11 mm opening against the original part before installation. Replace the strainer during fuel pump service to restore proper inlet filtration and maintain correct module operation. The FS190 is an internal strainer and does not use external mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAirtex positions this strainer as a fuel system filtration component that helps protect the pump and fuel filter from contaminants. The manufacturer also notes that a new strainer is required to validate the warranty on the related fuel system service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airtex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43384822497461,"sku":"HYVJ-FS190","price":15.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/AF_FS190_Fro_7ee0d377-10f8-4929-a86a-7af70474dab2.jpg?v=1774702625","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/airtex-fs190-fuel-pump-strainer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}