Gle03Max

I need to know where the fuel pump control module is on a 2000 maxima. otherwise known as the fpcm.

justinny

the fuel pump is controlled by the fuel pump relay
the fuel pump relay is hot from the fuse panel
the relay is activated by the ecm providing a ground for it (through an internal transistor)
the fuel pump relay should be in one of the relay boxes in the engine bay
i dont see a module like you describe in wither a 99 or 2002 manual
both circuits seem to function identically (diff pins at ecm though)

Gle03Max

Yea the ecm that u are talking about is the module I'm looking for. Called the FPCM

justinny

ecm is the computer for the whole engine
you might be thinkin of the fuel pump relay

Gle03Max

No I'm talking bout a separate one not the ecm. The fcpm is another computer, like the trans computer.

P. Samson

The "fcpm" module does NOT exist. The ECM controls the fuel pump relay as explained above. With the Ign. sw. ON the pump will operate for a couple of seconds or so only, OR when the ECM receives a signal from the Reference Crank Pos. Sensor indicating that the engine has started, the pump will run/continue to run.

nsnrider

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getbigtony

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lol @ the thread... the ECU controls the injector pulsing...
lololol.... control module = power to fuel pump

made in china

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On my A32, the FPCM is located in the trunk behind the left tail light.

In the A32 The FPCM controls the fuel flow, basically it is a voltage amplifier to the fuel pump, and it is controlled by the ECU. A32 ECU's have a Fuel Pump Relay (FPR) output AND a FPCM (FPC) output.

This does not mean that your 2000 has a FPCM.

P. Samson

made in china...........I don't know what manuals you're looking at, but I've just gone through the 2000 & 2001 and 2002 manuals and there is no FPCM, at least I can't find it. The fuel pump motor gets full battery voltage via the Ignition Relay (when the ignition switch is in On or Start) and the ECM controlled Fuel Pump Relay if the ECM gets an engine run signal from the Crank Pos. ref. Sensor. The ECM I believe must have the pump run time circuit that only allows the fuel pump to run 2 or 3 secs. if the ECM does not get the start/run signal. I looked through the electrical component location diagrams, the wiring schematics and the harness connector diagrams. No FPCM. The only additional component in the fuel pump motor circuit is a condenser. If you are going by a Haynes Manual, it's not reliable for the Gen. 5 cars.

made in china

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yes you are right, I stand corrected. Just checked Nissan FSM for 2000 max and there is no FPCM.I knew the 5.5 did not have them. I'll edit my post

Coodawg

I know this thread is over 3 years old, but does anyone know where the fuel pump relay is located on a 2001 SE 20th anniversary? I'm having starting issues which I THINK I've narrowed down to a failing fuel pump, but I don't want to just start throwing parts on the car.

Basically, sometimes the car would start and sometimes it wouldn't. I had 2 instances where the car stalled out while driving. Now, the car won't start at all and I don't hear the hum of the fuel pump upon starting. I have a good battery and starter.

Either the pump is bad, or the pump isn't getting the signal to send the fuel.

Someone please help!

luvlexus101

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behind driver kick panel

Coodawg

I looked there. Is it behind something else? There are no relays showing at all from just removing the panel. There is a metal plate with an ABS control module sticker on it. Does that have to come off also?

Thanks

P. Samson

There are two relays together somewhat below the ABS control unit. The fuel pump relay is the one just aft of the other one (according to the FSM drawing).

P. Samson

On a sidenote on this thread.........over three years ago the OP was asking where the Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) was on his 2000 Maxi. I checked the FSMs that I had at that time and I could not locate a FPCM as I stated above. Not long after that, I located another FSM copy which was titled "2000.5". That 2000.5 FSM (must be for cars assembled after about Sept. '99 because mine was built in Sept/99.......it has this FPCM in the trunk) does refer to the FPCM (and a dropping resistor) which controls ("high" and "low") voltage to the fuel pump. I believe I covered this in another thread quite awhile ago. These "late" 2000 cars are the only ones that appear to use/have a FPCM. I did eat crow by the way.

Coodawg

Thanks guys, I really appreciate the help. Considering I'm in blizzard conditions here, I won't really get to try swapping anything out for a day or two.

Coodawg

OK, I removed the kick panel, and even moved that corner of the carpet and I don't see any relays anywhere. Does that metal box labeled 'ABS control unit' also need to be removed? Is there a chance that they put the relay in different locations on the same model vehicle?

P. Samson

Those two relays one of which is the FP relay do look like they could be somewhat covered up by/behind the ABS/TCS control unit, so maybe you'll have to move it aside to access the relay. The relays appear to be located at that location on all Gen. 5 and 5.5 cars.

Coodawg

I took everything apart, moved the ABS control unit, removed the lower dash panel to see if it's up above the fuse panel somewhere. Nothing. I even checked the trunk where the relay is on the older max's. Again, nothing. I'm beginning to think it doesn't exist on this car...

P. Samson

It suddenly hit me.........it's in front of the firewall, and I should have twigged on the ABS control unit since it's in the engine compartment (duh). Look outboard/around/under the ABS control unit (left side of the engine compartment just in front of the firewall).

Coodawg

The ABS unit I'm talking about is behind the driver's kick panel, not in the engine bay. It's a computer, not a mechanical part. I will check there anyway though.

P. Samson

Cancel the previous.......I'm mixing up the ABS actuator unit with the ABS/TCS unit, which is under the dash. I now can't figure out why you can't find those two relays including the FP relay.

Coodawg

You and me both, man! But I really appreciate the help. Do you know what color it's supposed to be?

P. Samson

There's a pretty good drawing in the EL section of the FSM that shows them at what appears to be at a cutout (maybe just inside this cutout opening) in the sheetmetal, inside the kick panel, and at about the same height as the lower door hinge. It shows a large wiring bundle running upwards just in front of this fairly large cutout. Relay should be blue.

Coodawg

Found it! That was the problem as well, thank god. Both of those relays are attached to a bracket that basically holds them inside the metal frame of the body. I didn't even know they were there until i took the 2 screws holding the bracket out, and pulled the metal out. That bracket was also covered by that extremely sticky, black insulation material.

Thank you so much for your help!!!

june4112010

Actually the Fuel Pump Control Module is located in the trunk on the driver's side. It's below the fuel lid opener actuator. According to a picture that I've seen on ALLDATA. Now, if it's actually there? I have no idea. But the program does show it has an FPCM and no it's not the ECM.