What would cause a fuel pump not to work?
These include a bad fuel pump relay or control module, a blown fuse, a wiring fault, loose or corroded wiring connector at the pump, or even an issue with the anti-theft system. These include a plugged fuel filter, pinched fuel line or a bad fuel-pressure regulator.
What can mess up a fuel pump?
Three Causes of Fuel Pump Failure
- Fuel contamination: Fuel is jeopardized from corrosion, debris and moisture, which can all bring visible contaminants into the tank.
- Clogged strainers/filters: The aforementioned contaminants eventually clog critical components including strainers, filters and the fuel pump itself.
Has Toyota fix the fuel pump recall?
For all involved vehicles, Toyota and Lexus dealers will replace the involved fuel pump with an improved one at no cost to customers. Owners of vehicles included in the recall in October*, that were not included in the recall population as of April 9, 2020, will be notified by late December.
Is there a problem with the Toyota fuel pump?
This is a problem Toyota says can, “…result in a vehicle stall, and the vehicle may be unable to be restarted. If a vehicle stall occurs while driving at higher speeds, this could increase the risk of a crash.” Visit Torque News homepage for more stories. The new update is that Toyota has a fix for the problem.
What’s the mileage on a 2006 Toyota Sienna?
Update, 6/27/16 The Sienna now has 178,000 miles. Still quite stunning. We also bought a newer 2011 Sienna Limited. I think I still like the ’06 better. In hindsight, the seats are better, acceleration feels matched and the van at this high mileage is still in rattle-y compared to the 2011 which has low grade rattles all over.
What to do if your fuel pump won’t start?
Use a circuit tester to check all the electrical connections to the fuel pump. Turn the key to ON. If you see a current, then it is not the pump. If there is no current, check the fuse.
How do I reset the fuel pump shut off switch?
Push the button on the inertial switch; it should be clearly marked as the fuel pump reset, and may be in a contrasting color to the case. You may need to turn the ignition key to the on or accessory position to energize the module and reset the switch. Proceed to the next step if your inertia switch doesn’t use an external button.