Your European automobile relies on the fuel pump to distribute the fuel from the tank to the engine. The fuel pump lasts, on average, about 100,000 miles. If you drive an older European automobile, Euro Autoworks advises that the following signs may be an indication that it’s time to replace the fuel pump.
Engine Performance Issues
If the fuel pump is struggling to move fuel into the engine, your engine will struggle to run. You will notice engine performance issues when your engine is under stress, such as driving at higher speeds or up a steep incline. This is a sign that the fuel pump is unable to supply the engine with the extra fuel that it needs to perform normally under these conditions.
Reduced Fuel Pressure
A malfunctioning fuel pump will also cause a significant reduction in the fuel pressure in your automobile. We would be happy to test your fuel pressure for you, or you can test it yourself with a fuel pressure gauge. In order for your engine to run as efficiently as possible, the fuel pressure should always be within the range recommended by your European automobile’s manufacturer.
Reduced Fuel Economy
A faulty fuel pump can indirectly reduce your vehicle’s fuel economy because the engine is not running as efficiently as it should be. Any time you have the engine performance issues discussed above or the engine surging we are going to discuss below, it’s a safe bet that the engine is using more fuel than necessary. Replacing the fuel pump can restore your European automobile’s fuel economy.
Strange Humming Sounds
If you hear strange humming noises coming from the gas tank, your fuel pump is going bad. You may also hear grinding sounds or your engine may overheat if the fuel pump motor is overheating. You shouldn’t hear any strange sounds coming from the gas tank.
Odd Engine Surges
As we mentioned above, a fuel pump that is not operating as it should be can cause your European automobile to surge while you are driving it. This is a sign that the fuel pump has released too much fuel into the engine.
Hard Starts or No Starts
Finally, you may have a problem getting your European automobile started if the fuel pump is going bad. Naturally, a dead fuel pump will not send fuel to the engine for combustion.
Euro Autoworks is the best auto service shop in Woodbury, MN, and we specialize in European automobiles. Call us today if you suspect the fuel pump needs to be replaced.