Your vehicle could not run without a fuel pump. This pump pulls the fuel out of the tank and pumps it into the engine. This is why a dead engine can definitely be a sign of a bad fuel pump. Fastlane Automotive can replace your fuel pump if it needs it. Here are signs that your fuel pump is going out.
Sputtering Engine
If the fuel pump struggling to transfer the fuel from the tank to the engine, your engine will suffer as a result. As you try to pick up speed, the engine will sputter and struggle. This struggle will continue at high speeds, indicating that your engine does not have enough fuel to support the speed.
Overheating
The engine might also overheat and stall. The fuel pump relies on the fuel in the tank to keep its motor cool. If there is minimal fuel being pumped out of the tank by the malfunctioning fuel pump, the motor will overheat. This excess heat will transfer into your engine and it will overheat.
Low Fuel Pressure
If you have a fuel pressure gauge in your toolbox, you can check your fuel pressure. This tests the fuel pump to make sure it is pumping enough gas into the engine. Consult your owner’s manual to see how much fuel pressure your vehicle should produce when the engine is running.
Power Loss
Another sign of a faulty fuel pump is engine power loss when the motor is under stress. Things that place your car, truck, or utility vehicle’s engine under stress include steep inclines and towing. If your vehicle is losing a ton of power under these conditions, the fuel pump could be the problem.
Surging Engine
The opposite of power loss is a surging engine. Your fuel pump might be stuck in the open position and, as such, it is sending excess fuel to the combustion chamber. When this happens, the motor surges or lurches forward. Replacing the fuel pump will solve the problem.
Fuel Economy Reduction
Another thing that will happen if the fuel pump is stuck in the open position is a reduction in your vehicle’s fuel economy. Your engine will burn away the excess fuel. If it is burning away a ton of fuel, you may also notice black exhaust coming out of the tailpipe.
And, finally, as discussed above, a dead fuel pump will prevent you from starting your automobile, but Fastlane Automotive in Orlando, FL, can help. Call us today for a fuel pump inspection.
