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Autobest F242S Fuel Pump Strainer

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Reliable Fuel Pump Strainer for Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Saab

The Autobest F242S fuel pump strainer is designed to provide consistent fuel filtration for select Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Saab vehicles. Engineered to protect your fuel system by filtering out contaminants, this push-fit strainer helps maintain optimal fuel pump performance and engine efficiency.

  • Compatible with Ford Taurus, Thunderbird, Tempo, Mercury Cougar, Lincoln Continental, Mark VII, Sable, and Saab 900 models
  • Push-fit strainer type for straightforward installation
  • Filters particulates as small as 60 microns to protect fuel system components
  • Compact dimensions: 3.6" length x 2.95" width x 1.3" height
  • Lightweight design at 0.2 lbs with a limited lifetime warranty

Product Details and Specifications

The Autobest F242S fuel pump strainer is manufactured in China and is currently available to order. It features a push-fit design that simplifies replacement and maintenance. The strainer effectively filters out particulates down to 60 microns, preventing debris from entering the fuel pump and fuel injectors. Its compact size (3.6 inches long, 2.95 inches wide, and 1.3 inches high) allows it to fit seamlessly within the fuel system assembly. The package contains one strainer, making it a direct replacement part for compatible vehicles.

Compatible Vehicles and Applications

This fuel pump strainer is compatible with a range of Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Saab models, including the Ford Taurus, Thunderbird, Tempo, Mercury Cougar, Lincoln Continental, Mark VII, Sable, and Saab 900. It is designed to meet the specific fuel delivery requirements of these vehicles, ensuring proper filtration and fuel system protection.

  • Prevents fuel pump clogging and failure
  • Reduces risk of engine hesitation caused by contaminated fuel
  • Helps maintain consistent fuel pressure and flow
  • Protects fuel injectors from particulate damage
  • Supports overall engine performance and longevity

Installation Notes and Tips

Installation of the Autobest F242S fuel pump strainer requires basic mechanical skills and proper safety precautions. Ensure the vehicle’s fuel system is depressurized before removal. The push-fit design allows for a secure and straightforward connection without additional tools. Inspect the fuel pump assembly for any signs of wear or damage during installation and replace components as necessary to maintain system integrity.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Autobest backs the F242S fuel pump strainer with a limited lifetime warranty, reflecting confidence in its durability and performance. Manufactured to meet industry standards, this strainer undergoes quality control to ensure reliable filtration and fitment. Using this OEM-quality replacement part helps maintain the fuel system’s efficiency and protects your vehicle’s engine components.

This part fits 155 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelDrive TypeLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
1997FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1997FordThunderbird4.6LV8N/A
1997MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1997MercuryCougar4.6LV8N/A
1996FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1996FordThunderbird4.6LV8N/A
1996MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1996MercuryCougar4.6LV8N/A
1995FordTaurus3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1995FordTaurus3.0LV6GASN/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1995FordTaurusSHO3.2LV6N/A
1995FordTaurusSHO3.0LV6N/A
1995FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1995FordThunderbird4.6LV8N/A
1995MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1995MercuryCougar4.6LV8N/A
1995MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1995MercurySable3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1994FordTaurus3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1994FordTaurus3.0LV6GASN/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1994FordTaurusSHO3.2LV6N/A
1994FordTaurusSHO3.0LV6N/A
1994FordTempo2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube; To 6/94
1994FordTempo3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube; To 6/94
1994FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1994FordThunderbird4.6LV8N/A
1994LincolnContinental3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1994MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1994MercuryCougar4.6LV8N/A
1994MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1994MercurySable3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1994MercuryTopaz2.3LL4N/ATo 6/94
1994MercuryTopaz3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube; To 6/94
1993FordTaurus3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1993FordTaurus3.0LV6GASN/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1993FordTaurusSHO3.2LV6N/A
1993FordTaurusSHO3.0LV6N/A
1993FordTempo3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1993FordTempo2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1993FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1993FordThunderbird5.0LV8N/A
1993LincolnContinental3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1993MercuryCougar5.0LV8N/A
1993MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1993MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1993MercurySable3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1993MercuryTopaz2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1993MercuryTopaz3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992FordTaurus3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992FordTaurus3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992FordTaurusSHO3.0LV6N/A
1992FordTempoFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992FordTempo3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1992FordThunderbird5.0LV8N/A
1992LincolnContinental3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992LincolnMark VII5.0LV8N/A
1992MercuryCougar5.0LV8N/A
1992MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1992MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992MercurySable3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992MercuryTopaz2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1992MercuryTopaz3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1991FordTaurus3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1991FordTaurus3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1991FordTaurusSHO3.0LV6N/A
1991FordTempoAWD2.3LL4N/A
1991FordTempoFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1991FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1991FordThunderbird5.0LV8N/A
1991LincolnContinental3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1991LincolnMark VII5.0LV8N/A
1991MercuryCougar5.0LV8N/A
1991MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1991MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1991MercurySable3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1991MercuryTopazAWD2.3LL4N/A
1991MercuryTopazFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1990FordTaurus3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1990FordTaurus2.5LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube; with 18.6 Gallon Tank
1990FordTaurus2.5LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube; with 16 Gallon Tank
1990FordTaurus3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1990FordTaurusSHO3.0LV6N/A
1990FordTempoAWD2.3LL4N/A
1990FordTempoFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1990FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1990LincolnContinental3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1990LincolnMark VII5.0LV8N/A
1990MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1990MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1990MercurySable3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1990MercuryTopazAWD2.3LL4N/A
1990MercuryTopazFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1989FordTaurus3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1989FordTaurus2.5LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube; with 18.6 Gallon Tank
1989FordTaurus2.5LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube; with 16 Gallon Tank
1989FordTaurus3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1989FordTaurusSHO3.0LV6N/A
1989FordTempoAWD2.3LL4N/A
1989FordTempoFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1989FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1989LincolnContinental3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1989LincolnMark VII5.0LV8N/A
1989MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1989MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1989MercurySable3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1989MercuryTopazAWD2.3LL4N/A
1989MercuryTopazFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1989Saab9002.0LL4N/A5/16" Outlet Nipple; w/o RFI Filter
1988FordTaurus3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1988FordTaurus2.5LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1988FordTaurus3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1988FordTempoAWD2.3LL4N/A
1988FordTempoFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1988FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1988FordThunderbird5.0LV8N/A
1988FordThunderbird2.3LL4N/A
1988LincolnContinental3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1988LincolnMark VII5.0LV8N/A
1988MercuryCougar5.0LV8N/A
1988MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1988MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1988MercurySable3.8LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1988MercuryTopazAWD2.3LL4N/A
1988MercuryTopazFWD2.3LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1987FordTaurus2.5LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1987FordTaurus3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1987FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1987FordThunderbird5.0LV8N/A
1987FordThunderbird2.3LL4N/A
1987LincolnContinental5.0LV8N/A
1987LincolnMark VII5.0LV8N/A
1987MercuryCougar5.0LV8N/A
1987MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1987MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1986FordTaurus2.5LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1986FordTaurus3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1986FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1986FordThunderbird5.0LV8N/A
1986FordThunderbird2.3LL4N/A
1986LincolnContinental5.0LV8N/A
1986LincolnMark VII5.0LV8N/A
1986MercuryCougar5.0LV8N/A
1986MercuryCougar2.3LL4N/A
1986MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A
1986MercurySable3.0LV6N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1986MercurySable2.5LL4N/Aw/brass pump outlet tube
1985FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/A
1985FordThunderbird5.0LV8N/A
1985FordThunderbird2.3LL4N/A
1985LincolnContinental5.0LV8N/A
1985LincolnMark VII5.0LV8N/Awithout High Output Engine
1985MercuryCougar5.0LV8N/A
1985MercuryCougar2.3LL4N/A
1985MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

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