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US Motor Works 12-242-5 Fuel Pump Strainer
| Brand | US Motor Works 12-242-5 |
|---|---|
| Product line | FUEL PUMP STRAINER |
| Fits | Saturn · 38 vehicles |
Fuel pump strainer. Helps keep debris out of the fuel system.
Air and fuel delivery filter component for cleaner fuel flow.
Cross-references Spectra Premium STR33, FP10711 and FS242 for the same application. See all 3.
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Fuel Pump Strainer for Saturn S-Series
US Motor Works 12-242-5 is a fuel pump strainer for Saturn S-Series applications. It helps keep debris out of the fuel pump pickup area, supporting cleaner fuel delivery in the tank system.
Key Features
- Fuel pump strainer for in-tank fuel system service
- Brand line: US Motor Works Fuel Pump Strainer
- Direct fitment for select Saturn SC1, SC2, SL, SL1, SL2, SW1, and SW2 models
- Cross-references Spectra Premium STR33 for the same application
- Part number 12-242-5 for easy identification
Detailed Description
This US Motor Works fuel pump strainer is built for Saturn SC1, Saturn SC2, Saturn SL, Saturn SL1, Saturn SL2, Saturn SW1, and Saturn SW2 vehicles across the 1997-2002 model years. It serves as the first stage of filtration at the fuel pump inlet, helping reduce contamination before fuel reaches the pump and delivery system. If you are servicing a Saturn fuel tank assembly and need a replacement fuel pump strainer, 12-242-5 is a direct-reference option for the listed applications.
This part cross-references Spectra Premium STR33 for the same application.
Common Issues It Can Help Address
- Restricted fuel pickup caused by debris at the pump inlet
- Fuel delivery problems related to a clogged strainer
- Pump strain from contamination in the tank
- Service replacement during fuel pump maintenance on Saturn S-Series models
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year and model against the fitment list before installation. Inspect the fuel tank and pump module for contamination during service, and replace the strainer when performing fuel system repairs on compatible Saturn SC1, SC2, SL, SL1, SL2, SW1, and SW2 applications. Confirm the part number 12-242-5 before assembly.
Quality Assurance
US Motor Works supplies this fuel pump strainer as part of its Fuel Pump Strainer product line for listed Saturn applications. The manufacturer description identifies this component as a strainer for fuel system service.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Saturn | SC1 | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Saturn | SC2 | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Saturn | SL | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Saturn | SL1 | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Saturn | SL2 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Saturn | SC1 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Saturn | SC2 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Saturn | SL | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Saturn | SL1 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Saturn | SL2 | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Saturn | SW2 | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Saturn | SC1 | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Saturn | SC2 | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Saturn | SL | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Saturn | SL1 | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Saturn | SL2 | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Saturn | SW2 | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Saturn | SC1 | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Saturn | SC2 | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Saturn | SL | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Saturn | SL1 | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Saturn | SL2 | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Saturn | SW1 | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Saturn | SW2 | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Saturn | SC1 | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Saturn | SC2 | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Saturn | SL | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Saturn | SL1 | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Saturn | SL2 | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Saturn | SW1 | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Saturn | SW2 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Saturn | SC1 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Saturn | SC2 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Saturn | SL | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Saturn | SL1 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Saturn | SL2 | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Saturn | SW1 | N/A | FUEL PUMP STRAINER |
| 1997 | Saturn | SW2 | N/A | — |
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