Q: Fuel Pump

asked by on February 17, 2017

I'm concerned when my fuel replacement pump needs to be changed. I am a pro driver and need to know when it's time to change it on my new 2015 Chrysler 200- Limited that's got 32,000 miles as of 2/17/17.

My car has 32000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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