What causes a Peugeot 306 to run out of fuel?

What causes a Peugeot 306 to run out of fuel?

When the engine is running the solenoid holds up a piston with a rubber seal at the end. When the current is turned off the piston drops and the seal blocks off the fuel supply. THis seal can break up, partially block the supply, or even get into the pump.

Why is my Peugeot 306 not revving up?

Pump was seized (This is the fuel pump that sits in the tank) I replaced the pump with another VDO part. Since then intermittently the engine will only rev up to a maximum of 2,300 rpm. Its like it is limited at 2,300. The only way to stop it is to switch off a few times and restart it.

How does HDI work on a Peugeot 306?

not familar with the HDI engine, but on the 1.9 older engine the fuel goes into the high pressure pump via a filter (can block) and solenoid cut off valve. When the engine is running the solenoid holds up a piston with a rubber seal at the end. When the current is turned off the piston drops and the seal blocks off the fuel supply.

What’s the RPM limit on a Peugeot 306?

Since then intermittently the engine will only rev up to a maximum of 2,300 rpm. Its like it is limited at 2,300. The only way to stop it is to switch off a few times and restart it. Sometimes it is ok for a few days, other times I can’t clear it at all.

Is there a fuel leak in a Peugeot 306?

No, it won’t be air in the system. It has a full time low pressure feed pump which draws fuel from the tank to the high pressure pump on the engine. Any leaks here would result in a fuel leak, which would be obvious. groups.msn.com/honestjohn – Pictures say a thousand words….. Peugeot 306 fuel problem? – MW

What to do if your Peugeot doesn’t start?

If the starter spins and Peugeot doesn’t start, it can be more difficult to solve the problem because of many possible reasons. Put ignition plugs out and check them. Check the pressure in the fuel rail. Take the additional ignition key from the unit because it’s possible that the first one is broken.

Pump was seized (This is the fuel pump that sits in the tank) I replaced the pump with another VDO part. Since then intermittently the engine will only rev up to a maximum of 2,300 rpm. Its like it is limited at 2,300. The only way to stop it is to switch off a few times and restart it.

not familar with the HDI engine, but on the 1.9 older engine the fuel goes into the high pressure pump via a filter (can block) and solenoid cut off valve. When the engine is running the solenoid holds up a piston with a rubber seal at the end. When the current is turned off the piston drops and the seal blocks off the fuel supply.