Q: I own a 2003 Eclipse GTS 5-Speed Manual, the fuel pump fuse blew while I was driving it and the car stopped working. I replaced it
I own a 2003 Eclipse GTS 5-Speed Manual, the fuel pump fuse blew while I was driving it and the car immediately shut off. I replaced it, drove 20 minutes home, and it blew again when I pulled in the driveway. I replaced it again, so I could back up in the driveway, and about 3-4 seconds in it blew again. If it keeps blowing faster every time I replace it what could be the problem? Car has 150K miles on it but recently got an engine swap with only 60K miles. Please help me out, I'm not afraid to have a professional fix it even if it costs a lot. Just really really need this car to work again.
My car has 150000 miles.
My car has a manual transmission.
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