What to do if your fuel pump keeps burning out?
In this case you don’t get what you pay for. Audi uses Bosch fuel system parts, and anything less than a Bosch factory replacement is liable to be disappointing. If you don’t have a Bosch parts distributor, you may have to bite the bullet and go to the dealer parts counter.
What causes a fuel pump to cool down?
Some of the pump’s cooling comes from immersion in fuel, but much of it also comes from fuel flow through the pump. If that flow is restricted it is a double whammy – the pump is working harder and there is less fuel flowing to cool it.
Can a fuel pump be placed upside down?
If that flow is restricted it is a double whammy – the pump is working harder and there is less fuel flowing to cool it. Since most injection systems return unused fuel to the tank a fuel flow restriction might not be noticed. Regarding your battery terminals, check to see if they could possibly be installed upside down.
What causes a fuel pump to draw more current?
If it is low, then the pump will draw more current, this in turn will cause more heating and heat is the mortal enemy of all things electrical. That said, I think it is more likely that the problem is due to restricted flow through the pump.
What happens when the fuel pump goes out on a Honda Civic?
There are physical signs that you can feel when your Civic’s fuel pump is going out. Before taking anything apart, check to see if your engine’s computer has any trouble codes saved in it. The engine may throw a P0087 trouble code. This trouble code detects that the fuel rail/system pressure is too low.
What are the symptoms of a bad fuel pump?
Also, the symptoms are almost exactly the same as bad/clogged fuel filter. Here are the most common symptoms of a bad fuel pump in your Honda Civic: One of the most common signs that a fuel pump is going bad is a whining sound. The whining sound can indicate that the fuel pump is going out before there are any performance based issues.
Is there a recall on Honda fuel pumps?
The DENSO recall is an alleged admission the fuel pumps in the Honda vehicles ” presents an immediate and unreasonable risk of serious harm when the fuel pumps are used in their intended, foreseeable, and ordinary purpose .”
What causes bad fuel economy in a Honda?
Poor fuel economy can be exacerbated by a loose gas cap, clogged fuel filters and fuel lines, or clogged injectors. Check for trouble codes in your car to diagnose a faulty fuel system.