The importance of Fuel pumps
inject gasoline from the fuel tank into the engine in most cars and trucks. Your car cannot function without a working fuel pump. If the pump stops working, your car stops driving.
inject gasoline from the fuel tank into the engine in most cars and trucks. Your car cannot function without a working fuel pump. If the pump stops working, your car stops driving.
Most modern vehicles have electric fuel pumps mounted to their fuel tanks, though some are equipped with inline or mechanical style pumps. Because the fuel pump is responsible for supplying the engine with fuel, issues with it can lead to major performance problems and costly auto repairs. Most fuel pumps eventually require replacement.
A damaged or failing fuel pump will produce one or more of the following symptoms. If your vehicle starts displaying any of these signs, or you suspect your fuel pump may be misbehaving, bring your car to PETERS CREEK AUTOMOTIVE for a free inspection, and we’ll diagnose the problem right away.
Engine Sputtering at High SpeedsOne of the best indications that your fuel pump is failing is a sputtering engine while driving at consistently high speeds. If your vehicle sputters suddenly and then resumes regular performance, there may be something wrong with your fuel pump. Sputtering occurs when the pump struggles to supply a constant steam of fuel to the engine at the proper pressure.
Decreased Fuel PressureLow fuel pressure can lead to engine misfires, low acceleration, rough idles, and engine stalls. If your check engine light is on and your car has been stalling out, you may have a fuel pump failure. bring your car to PETERS CREEK AUTOMOTIVE and let us take a look at that pump.
Losing Power when the Vehicle is under StressWhen climbing a hill or hauling heavy cargo, your car is under stress. If you lose overall power while performing stressful tasks with your vehicle, your fuel pump may be too weak to keep up with the demands of driving.
Inability to accelerateIrregular resistance within the fuel pump motor can lead to your car slowing down and being unable to accelerate. Failing to accelerate is a good sign that your vehicle’s fuel pump needs inspection.
Decreasing Gas MileageIf your vehicle typically gets decent gas mileage and then suddenly starts hogging fuel, there could be an emergency under the hood. Fuel pumps have a relief valve that will allow more fuel than necessary to flow into the engine system if it fails to open. If you’re refueling your car more often than you used to, it’s time to bring your car to PETERS CREEK AUTOMOTIVE, Salem VA to check under the hood.
Engine Not StartingIf you face any of the above symptoms and ignore them, eventually your engine will refuse to start. Fuel cannot reach the engine upon ignition when a fuel pump completely malfunctions. Check for blown fuses and/or low pressure in the fuel line to diagnose a fuel pump malfunction or bring your car to PETERS CREEK AUTOMOTIVE for auto care you can count on. Whether you need tires, an oil change, or more, Peters Creek Automotive will restore your faith in auto care.
A damaged or failing fuel pump will produce one or more of the following symptoms. If your vehicle starts displaying any of these signs, or you suspect your fuel pump may be misbehaving, bring your car to PETERS CREEK AUTOMOTIVE for a free inspection, and we’ll diagnose the problem right away.
Engine Sputtering at High SpeedsOne of the best indications that your fuel pump is failing is a sputtering engine while driving at consistently high speeds. If your vehicle sputters suddenly and then resumes regular performance, there may be something wrong with your fuel pump. Sputtering occurs when the pump struggles to supply a constant steam of fuel to the engine at the proper pressure.
Decreased Fuel PressureLow fuel pressure can lead to engine misfires, low acceleration, rough idles, and engine stalls. If your check engine light is on and your car has been stalling out, you may have a fuel pump failure. bring your car to PETERS CREEK AUTOMOTIVE and let us take a look at that pump.
Losing Power when the Vehicle is under StressWhen climbing a hill or hauling heavy cargo, your car is under stress. If you lose overall power while performing stressful tasks with your vehicle, your fuel pump may be too weak to keep up with the demands of driving.
Inability to accelerateIrregular resistance within the fuel pump motor can lead to your car slowing down and being unable to accelerate. Failing to accelerate is a good sign that your vehicle’s fuel pump needs inspection.
Decreasing Gas MileageIf your vehicle typically gets decent gas mileage and then suddenly starts hogging fuel, there could be an emergency under the hood. Fuel pumps have a relief valve that will allow more fuel than necessary to flow into the engine system if it fails to open. If you’re refueling your car more often than you used to, it’s time to bring your car to PETERS CREEK AUTOMOTIVE, Salem VA to check under the hood.
Engine Not StartingIf you face any of the above symptoms and ignore them, eventually your engine will refuse to start. Fuel cannot reach the engine upon ignition when a fuel pump completely malfunctions. Check for blown fuses and/or low pressure in the fuel line to diagnose a fuel pump malfunction or bring your car to PETERS CREEK AUTOMOTIVE for auto care you can count on. Whether you need tires, an oil change, or more, Peters Creek Automotive will restore your faith in auto care.
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