Sparta PN3201 Fuel Pump Module Assembly

Fuel Pump Module Assembly for Ford and Mercury

Sparta PN3201 is a specific-fit in-tank fuel pump module assembly for gasoline applications. It is built as a standard replacement for higher-mileage and earlier model vehicles, with the fuel sending unit, strainer, and seal included for a complete service replacement.

Compatible with 2004-2005 Ford Explorer and 2004-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, this module is designed for 12-volt systems and uses a turbine-style electric pump with a quick-connect outlet. Sparta PN3201 is backed by Delphi OE fuel system expertise and is built to match fit and performance requirements for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Specific-fit fuel pump module assembly for gasoline vehicles
• In-tank electric pump with turbine design
• Fuel sending unit included
• Strainer and nitrile rubber seal included
• 12-volt operation with female round connectors
• Maximum pressure rating: 73 psi
• Average flow rating: 26
• Standard replacement grade
• Package contents: fuel pump module assembly with float arm, seal, and instruction sheet

Detailed Description

Sparta PN3201 is a fuel pump module assembly engineered for direct replacement in select Ford and Mercury SUVs. It includes the fuel sending unit, external strainer, and gasket/seal, helping restore fuel delivery and fuel level reporting in one service part. The assembly uses a plastic housing, quick-connect outlet, and pin terminals with two female connectors for the specified application.

This part cross-references Airtex E2439M and Carter P76302M for the same application. Search terms such as Ford Explorer fuel pump module assembly, Mercury Mountaineer in-tank fuel pump, and PN3201 fuel pump replacement align with this specific-fit part.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Engine cranks but does not start due to fuel delivery loss
• Hard starting after the vehicle sits
• Inaccurate or erratic fuel gauge readings
• Low fuel pressure or fuel starvation under load
• Intermittent pump noise from the fuel tank

Installation Notes and Tips

Install this module in the fuel tank only on the listed applications. Verify connector shape, terminal count, outlet style, and pressure requirements before installation. The lock ring and mounting hardware are not included, so reuse or source the correct vehicle-specific components as needed. Follow the instruction sheet and confirm the seal is seated properly to help prevent vapor or fuel leaks.

Quality Assurance

Sparta is distributed by Delphi, an OE full-line fuel supplier with application knowledge focused on fit and performance for earlier model, higher-mileage vehicles. PN3201 is built as a standard replacement fuel pump module assembly for the confirmed Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications.