I think the fact that the PO failed to replace the fuel filter caused the in-tank fuel pump to fail on my 92 4Runner. When I purchased it, mine had over 145,000 mile on it. Eventually had to replace the fuel pump after replacing the filter. Replacing a pump is LOTS more expensive than replacing fuel filter. Same scenario happend on my mom's car, too. I don't care WHAT the dealer says,, replace it! Filters get stuff in them and eventually clog up. That's what they are supposed to do -- 'filter'.

Mike in AR