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Carter STS-238 Fuel Pump Strainer
| Brand | Carter STS-238 |
|---|---|
| Color | White |
| Fitting Inside Diameter | 11.0 |
| Length | 154.0 |
| Strainer Material | Media |
| Width | 53.0 |
| Fits | Ford and Mercury · 21 vehicles |
OE fit, form, and function. A direct replacement fuel pump strainer.
Media strainer material. Helps filter fuel before it reaches the pump.
Fuel system solution. Built with Carter's problem-solving approach.
Cross-references Airtex Fuel Pumps FS199, Autobest F290S and Delphi FS0110 for the same application. See all 11.
Carter STS-238 Fuel Pump Strainer
The Carter STS-238 fuel pump strainer is a white media filter built for OE fit, form, and function. It is made for fuel system service on select Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer applications from 1997-2003.
Use this Carter fuel pump strainer when replacing a clogged or damaged inlet filter at the fuel pump pickup. The STS-238 is engineered to match the original style and dimensions for the listed applications, helping maintain proper fuel delivery in the tank module.
Key Features
- Fuel pump strainer for air and fuel delivery service
- White media strainer material for fuel pickup filtration
- Length: 154.0
- Width: 53.0
- Fitting inside diameter: 11.0
- OE-style fit, form, and function for listed Ford and Mercury applications
- Part number: STS-238
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2003 Ford Explorer Sport, N/A
- Fits 2001 Ford Explorer Sport, N/A
- Fits 2002 Ford Explorer Sport, N/A, to 03/04/2002
- Fits 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A, to 03/04/2002
- Fits 2001 Ford Explorer, N/A
- Fits 2001 Ford Explorer, N/A, to 04/23/2001
- Fits 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A
- Fits 1999-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A
- Fits 1997-2000 Ford Explorer, N/A, first digit of VIN is 1 or 2; vehicles built for United States and Canadian markets
This part cross-references Airtex Fuel Pumps FS199 and Delphi FS0110 for the same application.
Common Replacement Uses
- Replacing a restricted fuel pump inlet strainer
- Addressing fuel delivery issues caused by contamination at the pump pickup
- Restoring proper filtration in the fuel tank module
- Servicing a worn or damaged strainer during fuel pump maintenance
- Supporting consistent fuel flow in Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer fuel systems
Installation Notes
Verify the vehicle build date and VIN notes before ordering, especially for 2001-2002 Ford Explorer and Explorer Sport Trac applications. Confirm the 11.0 inside diameter and the listed dimensions against the original strainer before installation. The STS-238 is a direct fuel pump strainer replacement for the specified applications and should be matched to the fuel system configuration on the vehicle.
Quality Assurance
Carter Fuel Systems focuses on OE fit, form, and function with broad vehicle coverage and problem-solving fuel system components. The STS-238 follows that approach for select Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer models.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Ford | Explorer Sport | Base | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Ford | Explorer Sport | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | To 03/04/2002 |
| 2002 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | To 03/04/2002 |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer | — | Sport Utility | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | To 04/23/2001 |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer Sport | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Mercury | Mountaineer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Mercury | Mountaineer | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | First Digit of VIN is 1 or 2; Vehicles built for United States and Canadian Markets |
| 2000 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | First Digit of VIN is 1 or 2; Vehicles built for United States and Canadian Markets |
| 2000 | Mercury | Mountaineer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Mercury | Mountaineer | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | First Digit of VIN is 1 or 2; Vehicles built for United States and Canadian Markets |
| 1999 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | First Digit of VIN is 1 or 2; Vehicles built for United States and Canadian Markets |
| 1999 | Mercury | Mountaineer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Mercury | Mountaineer | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | First Digit of VIN is 1 or 2; Vehicles built for United States and Canadian Markets |
| 1998 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | First Digit of VIN is 1 or 2; Vehicles built for United States and Canadian Markets |
| 1997 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | First Digit of VIN is 1 or 2; Vehicles built for United States and Canadian Markets |
| 1997 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | First Digit of VIN is 1 or 2; Vehicles built for United States and Canadian Markets |
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