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Posted: 11-19-2005 05:33 pm |
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edward_davis
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Yesterday, after driving for only about 20 minutes, my engine spluttered and died. I was able to restart it and get another two blocks, but she wouldn't idle, and eventually she wouldn't run. The fuel pump had been a lot quieter yesterday, so I immediately suspected it. There wasn't any fuel in the fuel filter, and when I pulled off the line below the pump and tested it with the key on, there was no suction. Also, the pump was pretty hot. So I called AAA for the three-block tow back to my apartment. I would have pushed her, except for the hills... After the tow, I switched the key on again, just to see what would happen, and the fuel pump made its normal racket. I guess that cooling off had made it function again. I was able to let it pump for a while and then fire her right up. So here's my question. Was it something I did? Do I need a new fuel pump? It's not the original type, by any means. I've attached a picture. I checked the fuel filter, and it looks clear. Also, the tank is a relatively new aluminum one, so I don't think rust/ dirt in the system is a problem. I had about 1/4 of a tank of fuel when this happened. Attachment: Fuel Pump.JPG (Downloaded 171 times)
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